Course Summary
This qualification is designed for individuals who require further foundation skills development to prepare for workforce entry or vocational training pathways. It is suitable for individuals who require:
◾ a pathway to employment or vocational training.
◾ reading, writing, numeracy, oral communication and learning skills at Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Level 3.
◾ entry level digital literacy and employability skills.
◾ a vocational training and employment plan.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
14 units of competency -
◾ 1 core unit and 13 elective units.
Electives - up to 5 from Group A (Numeracy); 5 from Group B (Reading, writing, oral communication, learning and digital technology); 3 from any endorsed qualification or course (other than FSK)
Elective units must be relevant to vocational pathways and not duplicate the outcomes of already selected units.
Requirements - To Be Eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
Entry RequirementsAs this course is a foundational qualification, students are required to undertake a pre-training assessment using the Basic Key Skills Builder bksb© to determine if the learner’s skill level is below the Australian Course Skills Framework (ACSF) level 3.
Additional language and literacy pre-assessments with a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) specialist is also required to determine eligibility for Foundation Skills funding into this course.
Students will be required to have access to a computer with internet through a CQUniversity campus or local council library if no access to a home computer.
Course Details
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| AQF Level | Level 2: Certificate II |
Admission Codes
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations
Graduates of this qualification may choose to continue on to other vocational pathway qualifications.
- Complete 1 core units
- Complete 13 elective units
Study Mode Definitions
- Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
- On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
- Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.
*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.
Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.
The full course is typically delivered over a thirty four (34) week period; however, as it is competency based, it may be possible for learners to complete their training sooner if they have reached the required skill level. Full time students will be required to study a minimum of 15 hours per week, and this includes assessment preparation.
- Mixed Mode
| Career, Employment and Training Cluster | ||||
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| BSBOPS203 | Deliver a service to customers | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKLRG011 | Use routine strategies for work-related learning | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Communicate and connect in the workplace Cluster | ||||
| BSBTWK201 | Work effectively with others | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKWTG010 | Write complex workplace texts. | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKOCM005 | Use oral communication skills for effective workplace presentations. | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Safety in the workplace Cluster | ||||
| BSBSUS211 | Participate in sustainable work practices | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKWTG008 | Complete routine workplace formatted texts | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKRDG009 | Read and respond to routine standard operating procedures | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKRDG010 | Read and respond to routine workplace information | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Maths in the workplace Cluster | ||||
| FSKNUM015 | Estimate, measure and calculate with routine metric measurements for work | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKNUM014 | Calculate with whole numbers and familiar fractions, decimals and percentages for work | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKNUM028 | Use routine formulas and algebraic expressions for work | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Digital technology Cluster | ||||
| FSKDIG003 | Use digital technology for non-routine workplace tasks | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBTEC201 | Use business software applications | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
| Sequence | Unit |
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| 1 | BSBOPS203 - Deliver a service to customers |
| 1 | FSKLRG011 - Use routine strategies for work-related learning |
| 2 | BSBTWK201 - Work effectively with others |
| 2 | FSKWTG010 - Write complex workplace texts. |
| 2 | FSKOCM005 - Use oral communication skills for effective workplace presentations. |
| 3 | BSBSUS211 - Participate in sustainable work practices |
| 3 | FSKWTG008 - Complete routine workplace formatted texts |
| 3 | FSKRDG009 - Read and respond to routine standard operating procedures |
| 3 | FSKRDG010 - Read and respond to routine workplace information |
| 4 | FSKNUM015 - Estimate, measure and calculate with routine metric measurements for work |
| 4 | FSKNUM014 - Calculate with whole numbers and familiar fractions, decimals and percentages for work |
| 4 | FSKNUM028 - Use routine formulas and algebraic expressions for work |
| 5 | FSKDIG003 - Use digital technology for non-routine workplace tasks |
| 5 | BSBTEC201 - Use business software applications |
The full course is typically delivered over a thirty four (34) week period; however, as it is competency based, it may be possible for learners to complete their training sooner if they have reached the required skill level. Full time students will be required to study a minimum of 15 hours per week for a suggested full time study load, and this includes assessment preparation.
- Online
| Career, Employment and Training Cluster | ||||
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| BSBOPS203 | Deliver a service to customers | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKLRG011 | Use routine strategies for work-related learning | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Communicate and connect in the workplace Cluster | ||||
| FSKOCM005 | Use oral communication skills for effective workplace presentations. | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBTWK201 | Work effectively with others | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKWTG010 | Write complex workplace texts. | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Safety in the workplace Cluster | ||||
| FSKRDG009 | Read and respond to routine standard operating procedures | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKWTG008 | Complete routine workplace formatted texts | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| BSBSUS211 | Participate in sustainable work practices | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKRDG010 | Read and respond to routine workplace information | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Maths in the workplace Cluster | ||||
| FSKNUM028 | Use routine formulas and algebraic expressions for work | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKNUM014 | Calculate with whole numbers and familiar fractions, decimals and percentages for work | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKNUM015 | Estimate, measure and calculate with routine metric measurements for work | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Digital technology Cluster | ||||
| BSBTEC201 | Use business software applications | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| FSKDIG003 | Use digital technology for non-routine workplace tasks | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
| Sequence | Unit |
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| 1 | BSBOPS203 - Deliver a service to customers |
| 1 | FSKLRG011 - Use routine strategies for work-related learning |
| 2 | FSKOCM005 - Use oral communication skills for effective workplace presentations. |
| 2 | BSBTWK201 - Work effectively with others |
| 2 | FSKWTG010 - Write complex workplace texts. |
| 3 | FSKRDG009 - Read and respond to routine standard operating procedures |
| 3 | FSKWTG008 - Complete routine workplace formatted texts |
| 3 | BSBSUS211 - Participate in sustainable work practices |
| 3 | FSKRDG010 - Read and respond to routine workplace information |
| 4 | FSKNUM028 - Use routine formulas and algebraic expressions for work |
| 4 | FSKNUM014 - Calculate with whole numbers and familiar fractions, decimals and percentages for work |
| 4 | FSKNUM015 - Estimate, measure and calculate with routine metric measurements for work |
| 5 | BSBTEC201 - Use business software applications |
| 5 | FSKDIG003 - Use digital technology for non-routine workplace tasks |
Course Assessment Information
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
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| RPL |
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Domestic 2022 Availabilities
Rural and Remote Project
Online Standard Course Structure
February: Full Time
March: Full Time
April: Full Time
May: Full Time
June: Full Time
July: Full Time
August: Full Time
September: Full Time
October: Full Time
November: Full Time
Domestic 2023 Availabilities
Rural and Remote Project
Online Standard Course Structure
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
Domestic 2024 Availabilities
Rural and Remote Project
Online Standard Course Structure
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
Domestic 2025 Availabilities
Rural and Remote Project
Online Standard Course Structure
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
Domestic 2026 Availabilities
Rural and Remote Project
Online Standard Course Structure
February: Full Time/Part Time
March: Full Time/Part Time
April: Full Time/Part Time
May: Full Time/Part Time
June: Full Time/Part Time
July: Full Time/Part Time
August: Full Time/Part Time
September: Full Time/Part Time
October: Full Time/Part Time
November: Full Time/Part Time
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More Details
FSK20119 Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways is an online self-paced learning course which provides learners with support for the development of foundation skills needed to prepare for workforce entry and vocational training pathways.
Upon successful completion of this course, graduates will have developed foundation skills to prepare them on a pathway to employment or for further vocational training of their choice.
This course is ideal for:
· Jobseekers re-entering the workplace
· Early school leavers seeking to recommence study
· Individuals with learning barriers, who would benefit from a supported learning environment
This course covers a range of Nationally accredited units of competence, which covers the following skill sets:
- Career, employment, and training
- Communicate and connect in the workplace
- Safety in the workplace
- Maths in the workplace
- Digital Technology
How you will be supported through your course:
· Specialised language, literacy and numeracy teachers are available to support and guide students through their study.
- Weekly tutorials will be held via zoom, where the teacher will support learners to consolidate learning and provide feedback on progress.
Is what I already know taken into account?
Yes. Your history of study, skills and experience does matter. Consideration is given to your prior life and work experiences as well as formal and informal training. This may be applied using the national standard for Mutual Recognition or through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Documentary evidence will be requested.
What else might I find useful?
This and other Information such as student support, study and library assistance can be found at https://www.cqu.edu.au/student-life
