Certificate III in EAL (Access)

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. Students referred under the AMEP (Adult Migrant English Program) are eligible for free English classes.

Delivery Methods

• On-campus – The majority of teaching and assessment is conducted on-campus

Locations

• McKoy Street, Wodonga Vic (Main campus)

When You Can Enrol

Apply via the ‘Apply now’ button in the course information page. If the course is not available for online application, register your details via the ‘Enquire Now’ form to be notified when future dates are scheduled, or to chat to our friendly Customer Experience team.

Duration

Full-time: 12 months (3 days per week)

Schedule

On-campus: 3 days per week (Wednesdays to Fridays), 9.15am-2.45pm.

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.

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.

Skills developed

- 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
VU23524 Engage in straightforward casual conversations and spoken transactions
VU23526 Read and write straightforward transactional texts
VU23525 Give and respond to straightforward information
VU23527 Read and write straightforward informational texts
VU23565 Investigate features of the Australian legal system
VU23576 Investigate Australian identity
VU23562 Explore community services

Certification

By successfully completing this course you will receive a nationally recognised AQF Qualification.

Fees

Government Funded $1,057.50 (Tuition $1,057.50, Materials $0.00)
Concession $211.50 (Tuition $211.50, Materials $0.00)
Fee For Service $1,057.50 (Tuition $1,057.50, Materials $0.00)

Fees Additional Information

Additional course costs that may apply
In addition to supplied materials please bring A4 notebook or paper, pens, pencils, ruler, and an eraser. A laptop or tablet is recommended if possible.
Students referred under the AMEP (Adult Migrant English Program) are eligible for 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 ‘How to Apply’ tab on the Wodonga TAFE website.

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 opportunities. Study pathways with Wodonga TAFE

How to apply

Apply online now via the ‘Apply now’ button. If the course is not available for online application, register your details via the ‘Enquire Now’ form to be notified when future dates are scheduled, or to chat to our friendly Customer Experience team.

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.