Overview
Certificate III in EAL (Access) focuses on the consolidation of English language speaking, listening, reading and writing skills so that participants can access a range of further and vocational education options which may require some specialisation. Participants include those who have been out of the workforce for a period and wish to further develop English language skills and research pathway options or seek employment.
Learning Outcomes
- Develop and document a learning plan and portfolio
- Engage in casual conversations and straightforward spoken transactions
- Read and write straightforward communications and transactional texts
- Give and respond to a range of straightforward information and instructions
- Read and write straightforward informational and instructional texts
- Investigate issues in the Australian environment
- Investigate features of the education system in Australia
- Investigate Australian art and culture
Compulsory Units
VU22384 Develop and document a learning plan and portfolio
VU22610 Engage in casual conversations and straightforward spoken transactions
VU22612 Read and write straightforward communications and transactional texts
VU22611 Give and respond to a range of straightforward information and instructions
VU22613 Read and write straightforward informational and instructional texts
VU22615 Investigate issues in the Australian environment
VU22617 Investigate features of the education system in Australia
VU22618 Investigate Australian art and culture
Selectable Units
Additional selectable units may apply.
Assessment
The assessments will enable students to demonstrate the underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes required to meet the course outcomes. A range of assessment strategies to meet different student’s needs will be selected, including written, presentation and oral assessments.
Certification
By successfully completing this course you will receive a nationally recognised AQF Qualification.
Delivery Methods
- On-campus – The majority of teaching and assessment is conducted on-campus
Locations
- McKoy Street, Wodonga Vic (Main campus)
Duration
Full-time: 9 months
When You Can Start
You can start any time, subject to course availability.
Delivery Schedule
9.15am-2.45pm, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this course but you will be asked to undertake an English language assessment to determine your skill levels.
Fees
Government Funded $375.00 (Tuition $375.00, Materials $0.00)
Concession $75.00 (Tuition $75.00, Materials $0.00)
Fee For Service $4,000.00 (Tuition $4,000.00, Materials $0.00)
Fees Additional Information
Students referred under the AMEP (Adult Migrant English Program) are eligible for up to 510 hours free English classes.
The student tuition fees published are indicative only and can be subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Funding made available to eligible individuals by State and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect future opportunities to access additional funding in the future. For more information see ‘Fee information and eligibility’ under the ‘Apply Now’ tab on the Wodonga TAFE website.
Note: course fees for Semester 2 2020 will change as follows: Concession: $100.00, Government Funded: $500.00, Fee For Service: $4000.00.
How to apply
Apply via the ‘Apply online now’ button in this course information page. If the course is not available for online application, you can submit your enquiry via the online form below. Alternatively, please feel free to contact our friendly customer service team on 1300 69 8233 or email info@wodongatafe.edu.au
Please note: We reserve the right to close course intakes early. Many courses have limited places and high demand. Early applications are recommended. We reserve the right to cancel intakes and courses if there are insufficient student numbers.
Other Information
Students referred under the AMEP (Adult Migrant English Program) are eligible for up to 510 hours free English classes.
Pathways
Students who successfully complete Certificate III in EAL have achieved a functional level of English language skills. This may lead to further English language studies, vocational courses, or employment.
When You Can Enrol
Ongoing enrolments are available.