VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM)

What is VCE VM?

The VCE Vocational Major (VM) is a new vocational and applied learning program within the VCE.

The VCE Vocational Major will prepare you to move successfully into apprenticeships, traineeships, further education and training, university through alternative entry programs, or directly into the workforce.


What do I have to do to get my VCE VM?

You must successfully finish 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)

Most students will undertake between 16-20 units over the two years. You must complete a minimum of three other Unit 3–4 sequences. You can also do other VCE subjects. Students can also receive structured workplace learning recognition.


VCE VM at Brentwood

For students completing VCE VM at Brentwood, they must complete the requirements which include:

  • Numeracy competencies

  • Literacy competencies

  • Personal Development Skills

  • Work Related Skills

  • VET subjects

  • Work placement in an area of VET