At Good Samaritan Catholic College, we have a number of different tertiary education courses that students can complete over the duration of their senior schooling. Below is a list of the Certificates and qualifications on offer. More information about each course can be found in this handbook .  

Certificate III Business - BSB30120 - Binnacle Training (RTO31319) 

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a variety of Business Services job roles. The program will be delivered through class-based tasks as well as both simulated and real business environments at the school - involving the delivery of a range of projects and services within the school community.  

This program also includes the following: Student opportuni​ties to design for a new product or service as part of our (non-accredited) Entrepreneurship Project - Binnacle Boss. Students examine business opportunities and participate in an Industry discovery. An excellent work readiness program where students develop a range of essential workplace skills.  

SKILLS ACQUIRED  

• Leadership, innovation and creative thinking  

• Customer service and teamwork  

• Inclusivity and effective communication  

• WHS and sustainability  

• Financial literacy  

• Business documentation ​
  
  

The dual construction qualification provides a pathway to the primary trades in the construction industry with the exception of plumbing. The units of competency within the dual qualification cover essential work health and safety requirements, the industrial and work organisation structure, communication skills, work planning, and basic use of tools and materials and have core units of competency requirements that are required in most Certificate III qualifications.  

The dual qualification is built around a basic construction project unit that integrates the skills and embeds the facets of employability skills in context. The qualification is suited to vocational education and training (VET) in Schools programs or learners with no previous connection to the construction industry or relevant employment history.  

Typically commencing in Year 11 and delivered in the school workshops, during normal school hours as a part of the student’s regular school timetable, the course is completed over a period of two (2) years. A student can only participate in a Blue Dog Training VETiS program with the permission of their school. 

Certificate II in Engineering Pathways - MEM20422 – Blue Dog Training (RTO: 31193) 

The qualification MEM20422 provides students with an introduction to an engineering or related working environment. Students gain skills and knowledge in a range of engineering and manufacturing tasks which will enhance their entry-level employment prospects for apprenticeships, traineeships or general employment in an engineering-related workplace.  

Typically commencing in Year 11 and delivered in the school workshops, during normal school hours as a part of the student's regular school timetable, the course is completed over a period of two (2) years. A student can only participate in a Blue Dog Training VETiS program with the permission of their school. ​

Certificate II Sport & Recreation SIS20122 & Certificate III Fitness SIS30321 - Binnacle Training (RTO31319) 

This qualification provides a pathway to work as a fitness instructor in settings such as fitness facilities, gyms, and leisure and community centres. Students gain the entry-level skills required of a Fitness Professional (Group Exercise Instructor or Gym Fitness Instructor). Students facilitate programs within their school community including: › Community fitness programs › Strength and conditioning for athletes and teams › 1-on-1 and group fitness sessions with male adults, female adults and older adult clients  

WHAT DO STUDENTS ACHIEVE? ›  

• SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness (max. 8 QCE Credits)  

• Entry qualification: SIS20122 Certificate II in Sport and Recreation  

• The nationally recognised First Aid competency - HLTAID011 Provide First Aid  

• Community Coaching - Essential Skills Course (nonaccredited), issued by Australian Sports Commission  

• Successful completion of the Certificate III in Fitness may contribute towards a student's Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)  

• A range of career pathway options including pathway into SIS40221 Certificate IV in Fitness; or SIS50321 Diploma of Sport - These qualifications offered by another RTO ​
  

Certificate II in Cookery (13 units) program - SIT20322 

Take this excitement and passion and use it to gain an insight on the important areas of working as part of a kitchen team. This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in kitchens who use a defined and limited range of food preparation and cookery skills to prepare food and menu items. This qualification provides a pathway to work in kitchen operations in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, catering operations, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops; and institutions such as aged care facilities, hospitals, prisons, and schools. 

Certificate IV in Justice Studies (10971NAT) - External Provider (PICA - Professional Investigators College of Australasia RTO: 40789)  

Certificate IV in Justice Studies is a nationally accredited course. The Certificate IV in Justice Studies is designed by justice professionals for people who would like to achieve employment in the criminal justice system and wish to develop a deeper understanding of the justice system.  

Aims: The Certificate IV in Justice Studies course is designed to  

• Provide students with a broad understanding of the justice system  

• Develop the personal skills and knowledge that underpin employment in the justice system.  

The Certificate IV in Justice Studies is recommended for students looking to gain employment or further study opportunities in justice and law-related fields such as the police service, justice-related occupations, corrective services, courts, legal offices, customs service, security industry and private investigations.  ​