Our year 10 program allows students to choose from an arts or a technology stream whilst completing core subjects such as English, Maths etc. and complies with the Victorian Curriculum. All students also choose a VCE VET subject allowing them to focus further on their passion. On completion of Year 10, students may elect to pursue a different focus area, or continue to further develop their interests in the arts, trades or technologies. ...READ MORE

Year 11 and 12 students can personalise a VCE curriculum by combining core subjects with VET certificates across the arts, trades or technologies within a VCE qualification. Senior Co-ordinators and Careers Advisors work together with parents and students to design a VCE curriculum tailored to meet future TAFE or tertiary entry requirements....READ MORE

VET certificates in the arts, trades or technology provide students with the opportunity to complete a nationally recognised vocational certificate from as early as Year 10, or as part of a VCE or VCE Vocational Major qualification. On completion, students receive credit toward a VCE or VCE VM qualification to advance pathways into apprenticeships, employment, TAFE or tertiary education....READ MORE

NCAT is renowned for its highly successful specialist and general applied learning programs which provide real pathways into further study, apprenticeships and employment for young people. For Year 11 and 12 students who have developed a definite passion for a future career, the College delivers highly specialised integrated VCE VM programs across the Visual Arts, Performing Arts and Trades and Technologies. Core subjects such as Literacy, Numeracy, Personal Development Skills and Work Related Skills, are refined to suit the employment needs of the student’s VET specialisations. Invaluable industry experience through Structured Work Placements and local community projects complements this unique approach to learning. The college also runs a General VCE VM. Practical skills are applied in real life settings, community activities, Structured Work Placements or schools-based apprenticeships within a chosen vocational field.
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The College’s Pre-Apprenticeships & Trades Program integrates the VCE Vocational Major with up to two VET certificates each year at Year 11 and/or Year 12. Core subjects such Literacy, Numeracy, Personal Development and Work Related Skills relate to a student’s chosen industry specialisation. Students also gain an OH&S White Card and complete Structured Work Placements giving NCAT graduates a real edge in the workforce. ...READ MORE

The Visual Art Immersion VCE Vocational Major Program allows students to cultivate their artistic expression and develop their technical skills in a studio environment. Core subjects such as Personal Development and Work Related Skills are integrated with the Certificate II in Visual Arts at Year 11 and Certificate III in Visual Arts at Year 12 allowing students to spend whole days in workshops, studio practice and learning to apply their skills to product design, development and marketing. With a highly successful record in opening pathways for TAFE or tertiary education, the College inspires students through regular visits from former students and a variety of practising artists who have achieved high esteem and successful careers in the arts....READ MORE