Certificate III in EAL (Access)

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National code: 22486VIC Certificate (TAFE) Croydon, Hawthorn, Wantirna Send me a link to this course

The Certificate III in EAL (Access) is designed for students for whom English is an additional language. The course develops intermediate to upper-intermediate listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in English.

The course aims to improve students’ command of the English language to prepare them for the Australian workplace or to begin further study. The course also provides students with opportunities to use digital technology in their learning.

Duration

6 months full-time or equivalent part-time

Intakes

Croydon (January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December)
Hawthorn (January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December)
Wantirna (January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December) - View application and start dates

Study modes

Full-time,
Part-time

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

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

The Certificate III in EAL (Access) is designed for a diverse range of adult learners of English as an additional language. Students needing to develop their English language proficiency skills in English in order to access a wide range of further education, training, employment and community needs.

This course provides skill development in English speaking, listening, reading and writing, as well as knowledge and skills in a range of areas related to the Australian education, training and the work environment.

Course structure

To complete 22486VIC Certificate III in EAL (Access), students must successfully complete a total of eight (8) units made up of:

one core unit
one Speaking and Listening unit
one Reading and Writing unit
two language skills units
three general elective units.

Units of study

Core units

Develop and document a learning plan and portfolio (VU22384)

Speaking and listening
Give and respond to a range of straightforward information and instructions (VU22611)

Reading and writing
Read and write straightforward informational and instructional texts (VU22613)

Language skills

Engage in casual conversations and straightforward spoken transactions (VU22610)

Read and write straightforward descriptive and narrative texts (VU22614)

General electives

Investigate issues in the Australian environment (VU22615)

Undertake a simple investigation of health and wellbeing (VU22402)

Implement and review a project (VU22412)

Produce simple word processed documents (BSBITU201)

Access the internet and email to develop language (VU22606)

Read and write straightforward texts for study purposes (VU22642)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.

Career opportunities

Upon successful completion, students will be able to access a wide range of potential pathways and may be eligible for credit into other qualifications.

Aims and objectives

Students will further their English as an additional language skills in communication, team work, problem solving, planning and organising, self-management and technology.

Graduate skills

Students will have the English language speaking, listening, reading and writing skills to enable them to access a range of vocational education options and/or further study options.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Certificate III in EAL (Access) Estimated course fees for 2023*
Total Cost (GST Free)	$5,300	$1,730	$346

Estimated course fees for 2023*

Course fee options

Full course fee

Skills First Government-subsidised place

Concession rate

Total Cost (GST Free)

$5,300

$1,730

$346

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 2023 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.

Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

Concession rates for vocational students
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria.

The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.

Find out if you're eligible for a fee concession here.

Full course fee
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.

Indicative nominal course hours: 505.

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Entry requirements

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.

How to apply

Find out more about how to apply.

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Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059