What is it?

• A different way to think about school, combining teacher-led virtual classrooms with workshops and work placements across a range of exciting courses for growth industries.

• It connects secondary students across NSW with the skills they’ll need to fill the jobs of the future.

What does it offer?

• An opportunity to complete a nationally recognised vocational education and training (VET) qualification that contributes to the HSC.

• The opportunity to undertake an HSC examination and have the result potentially contribute to the ATAR as a Category B subject.

• A teacher-led virtual classroom.

• Scheduled workshops for practical, hands-on skills (where applicable).

• 24/7 access to content.

• Collaboration with other students around NSW via the virtual classroom environment.

• Some of the courses offer access to more demanding content from higher level qualifications not usually associated with traditional VET courses for school students.

• Access to leading industry software, simulated workplaces and tools.

Why is it being offered?

• Teaches in-demand skills that employers want.

• Future-focused, and geared towards emerging and growth industries.

• Gives students a head-start in their career.

• Allows students to explore a potential career and/or ignite a passion.

• Provides students with a pathway to further study and potential employment in growth industries.

Who is it for?

• These courses provide schools with additional curriculum options to meet the needs of their students.

• They are designed for senior secondary school students, with the interest, maturity and skills to engage effectively in the learning.

• The courses commence in 2022, delivered across two-years and will be first examined in 2023.