To be eligible to receive the VCE-VM, students must satisfactorily complete a minimum of 16 units, including:

• 3 VCE-VM Literacy or VCE English units (including a Unit 3–4 sequence)

• 2 VCE-VM Numeracy or VCE Mathematics units

• 2 VCE-VM Work Related Skills units

• 2 VCE-VM Personal Development Skills units, and

• 2 VET credits at Certificate II level or above (180 nominal hours)

The VCE-VM can be tailored to the needs and interests of the student, to keep them engaged while developing their skills and knowledge. 

Students can also include other VCE studies and VET, and can receive structured workplace learning recognition.

Most students will undertake between 16-20 units over the two years.