Overview

The Certificate II in EAL (Access) is a foundation course for learners who have little or no formal schooling, English literacy, or numeracy skills. With a focus on improving existing English skills, this course aims to give students the confidence to use language for simple, everyday needs.

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

  • Nationally recognised training
    Nationally recognised training
Course currently in transition

The course code, title, units, and content may change. Further information will become available on our website, upon enrolment or during your studies.

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Skills you’ll learn

  • Literacy
  • Numeracy
  • Digital technology

Your career opportunities

  • Sales assistant
  • Food process worker
  • Apprentice
  • Office junior

Admissions

Applicants are required to attend an interview where their learning goals and current language, literacy and numeracy skills will be assessed to ensure that the program best meets their needs.

Successful completion of Australian Year 12, or equivalent overseas qualification.

Admission requirements

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process.

English language requirements

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?

A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.

Credit transfer

Credit transfer is the recognition of academic credits gained through formal study (i.e. units of competency) completed either at another institute or in another qualification. The total amount of credit will vary from individual to individual, based on the unit/s that have been successfully completed. 

Recognition of prior learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the process of transferring the skills and knowledge that you have acquired over your lifetime (irrespective of how they were obtained) against the requirements of the unit.  

RPL is an assessment process that requires you to provide evidence that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the unit/s. The amount and types of evidence you will need to provide will depend on the unit requirements.

Finding your fit

At Swinburne, we recognise that not one size fits all. If this course doesn’t meet all your study criteria, check out these alternatives.

Course structure

Successful completion of 22488VIC Certificate II in EAL (Access) requires the successful completion of eight units made up of:

  • One core unit
  • One Speaking and Listening unit
  • One Reading and Writing unit
  • Two language Skills elective units
  • Three general elective units
3
Core units
+
5
Elective units
=
Certificate
Indicative nominal course hours: 505

Your units

Units of study Unit code
Core units
Develop learning goals
Core unit, 20.0 credit points
VU22358
Units of study Unit code
Core units
Participate in simple conversations and transactions
Core unit, 80.0 credit points
VU22601
Units of study Unit code
Core units
Read and write simple personal communications and transactional texts
Core unit, 80.0 credit points
VU22603
Units of study Unit code
Elective units
Give and respond to simple spoken information and directions
Elective unit, 80.0 credit points
VU22602
Read and write simple instructional and informational texts
Elective unit, 80.0 credit points
VU22604
Units of study Unit code
Elective units
Produce simple word processed documents
Elective unit, 60.0 credit points
BSBITU201
Work with a range of numbers and money in familiar and routine situations
Elective unit, 30.0 credit points
VU22395
Access the internet and email to develop language
Elective unit, 50.0 credit points
VU22606
Explore community services
Elective unit, 50.0 credit points, Hawthorn only
VU22607

2024 fees

Full fee* ($AUD)

$4,670

Skills first government-subsidised place* ($AUD)

$1,560

Yearly fee* ($AUD)

$0.00

2024 fees

Yearly fee* ($AUD)

$0.00

Fees are estimates only

Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2024 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

Fees are estimates only

The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. International tuition fees are generally inclusive of Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF). All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

Skills first government-subsidised place

To qualify for a government-subsidised place, you must meet various eligibility criteria. The course you’ve applied for must also be offering government-subsidised places. Swinburne will determine your eligibility by conducting a full assessment of your eligibility during the course application process.

How do I pay my fees?

You can pay your Swinburne fees in person, via credit card, BPAY, or at Australia Post. Check to see if loans and employer sponsored training are also available.

International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.

To pay your fees:

  • log in to My Financials
  • check your Australian bank account details are correct 
  • check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe 
  • pay using your preferred payment method.

Concessions rates for vocational students

If you’re enrolling in a Certificate IV-level program or below, are eligible for a government-subsidised training place and hold a valid concession card, you may be eligible for a concession of 80 per cent off the published fee of your unit(s) tuition – which means you’ll only be charged 20 per cent of the published fee.

Scholarships

Scholarship applications for 2024 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals. 

Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.

When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 30 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.

Apply through an agent

Most international students use an education agent to help them through the application process. Swinburne has agents all over the world that can help you with your application to study. Search for a Swinburne representative in your country. If your country is not listed, please contact us.

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Ready to take on a new challenge and reach your academic goals? If you already know which course you want to study and understand the entry requirements, what are you waiting for? Apply online! Remember, you cannot apply direct if you have an active VTAC application.

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