About VETDSS
Vocational Education and Training (VET) is a vital link for students making the transition from school to working life.
Upon successful completion of a VET program, students are awarded a nationally-accredited vocational training certificate. A VET qualification carries directly into further education and training at a tertiary level – for example, Certificate II, III and IV in Music Industry provides students with the foundation skills for a Diploma of Music. Certificate III in Screen & Media provides students with the foundation skills for entry into our Higher Education courses.
Expression of Interest
Interest in undertaking VETDSS CUA30920 Certificate III in Music (sound production) or CUA31020 – Certificate III in Screen and Media in 2025? Once your expression is received we will communicate with your school to discuss the next steps.
How VET can prepare students for the workforce
- Providing the opportunity to trial a career,
- Allowing the development of effective links with industry employers.
- Improving relevant skills for employment.
- Enhancing knowledge of employer expectations and real working conditions.
- Developing the capacity for cooperation, teamwork and leadership.
- Assisting the transition from school to the workforce.
- Contributing directly to the student’s ATAR score, or as a fifth or sixth subject.
How VET increases a student’s learning potential
- Broadening their VCE (VIC), HSC (NSW), QCE (QLD), SACE (SA), WACE (WA) options.
- Developing their capacity in decision-making and problem-solving.
- Matching their interests and career aspirations with strong educational pathways.
Upskilling and adult education
In today's ever-changing job market, the value of upskilling the workforce with vocational and adult education within the music and arts sector cannot be overstated.
As technology continues to reshape industries, individuals with updated skills and knowledge are better equipped to thrive. In the music and arts industries, keeping up with emerging techniques, tools, and trends is essential for remaining competitive.
Upskilling not only enhances individual career prospects but also fosters a vibrant creative ecosystem, driving artistic excellence and cultural enrichment. Through targeted vocational and adult education programs, professionals can refine their craft, expand their repertoire, and unlock new avenues for expression, ensuring a resilient and flourishing creative community for generations to come.
Changing the way we deliver VET
At Collarts, we’ve diversified the way in which we offer VET to bring the opportunities of VET study to a broader range of the community. Not only do we deliver VET to secondary students, we also provide opportunities for industry training, upskilling and adult education.
Professional development
We offer a range of professional development sessions to assist teachers and trainers with their industry currency and ongoing learning, with a focus on improving the delivery of VET Programs. These sessions are delivered at Collarts’ vibrant Collingwood and/or Fitzroy campuses.
Our professional development session topics include:
- Music industry: Music Performance, Music Improvisation, Songwriting, Live Sound, Studio Recording, Pro Tools, Logic X and/or Ableton
- Screen & Media: Design Thinking and/or UX Design
Resources
Effective teaching needs to be engaging, flexible, practical and enjoyable. Collarts’ online teaching and training platform provides online materials, which allow students to research and learn away from the classroom. This means more time in the classroom for face-to-face contact and interaction.
Collarts also supports teachers through a flexible suite of resources and assessment tools. Teachers decide how much content they use and can blend our resources with other training tools if desired.
Our teaching resources include:
- Course notes and guides
- Student activities
- A range of assessment tasks
- Quizzes
- Instructional learning videos
- Guest presenter videos
- Links to complementary resources
To arrange a demonstration or trial our online resources, please email our VETDSS Team at vet.support@collarts.edu.au.
VET certificates
Below is a list of courses Collarts offers from the CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training package:
CUA20620 Certificate II in Music
CUA30920 Certificate III in Music (specialising in Performance or Sound Production)
CUA40920 Certificate IV in Music (specialising in Performance or Sound Production)
CUA31020 Certificate III in Screen and Media
MSF31018 - Certificate III in Interior Decoration Retail Services
Certificates and statements of attainment:
On completion of the requirements defined in the CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package, an RTO may issue a nationally recognised AQF qualification. A Statement of Attainment is issued by an RTO when an individual has completed one or more units of competency from nationally recognised qualifications or courses.
Certificate reissue:
If you require replacement of a lost or damaged certificate, please fill out the Certificate or Statement of Attainment reissue form below.
The re-issuance fee for an individual certificate or statement is $40 (includes GST) and upfront payment is required. Where multiple certificates or statements are requested (e.g. an entire class) the fee is capped at $100 (includes GST).
If you require assistance or more information about the most appropriate courses to offer at your school, email our VETDSS Team at: vet.support@collarts.edu.au.