What assessment methods are used for the award or documentation issued to Year 10 students in each state or territory?

South Australia uses school-based assessment and encourages a wide range of assessment techniques to support the learning of its diverse range of learners.

How is this assessment reported?

Schools, in conjunction with their communities, determine the reporting formats that are used in schools, within the framework of each schooling system’s frameworks. Local formats will include federal reporting requirements.

An updated Assessment and Reporting Policy for DECS schools is currently in development.

An Assessment and Reporting of Student Achievement Policy is available on the Catholic Education website: http://www.ceo.adl.catholic.edu.au

Who is the certifying authority at the completion of Year 10 in each state?

There is no certificate issued at the completion of Year 10 in South Australia. The schooling sectors are responsible for curriculum for Year 10, although some Year 10 learners will choose to complete one or two units of the SACE during Year 10.

What is the award or documentation that is issued on completion of Year 10 by the certification body in each state or territory?

There is no award issued on completion of Year 10 in South Australia. The schools provide any documentation of record of achievement.

What must students do to be eligible for the award or documentation issued on completion of Year 10 in each state or territory?

This is not applicable in South Australia. There is no award issued on completion of Year 10.