FREE GOVERNMENT FUNDED COURSES
Start anytime * eligibility criteria apply, material fees may apply
FREE GOVERNMENT FUNDED COURSES
Start anytime * eligibility criteria apply, material fees may apply
Start anytime * eligibility criteria apply, material fees may apply
Start anytime * eligibility criteria apply, material fees may apply
General: The 22636VIC Course in Initial EAL is designed for pre-literate students many of whom arrive in Australia with severely interrupted education and little or no previous education or learning experiences. These pre arrival experiences may influence their ability to settle in
Australia and apply the skills required to learn a new language. These learners need to develop an identity as a learner and establish learning routines. The course is intended to provide participants with the following educational outcomes:
Entry requirements: Entry to this EAL Course is determined according to the following criteria:
Every student will be required to complete the English Proficiency Assessment test and a Pre-Training Interview. Students must also be at least 18 years of age.
Vocational outcomes: There are no formal articulation arrangements for pathways into VET or higher education courses on completion of this course. Students can go onto further study options, including Course in EAL.
Delivery and assessment:
This course is delivered in a classroom setting. Strategies include a variety of assessment methods and evidence gathering techniques, which offer an integrated approach to assessment.
Assessment methods and tools may include: verbal presentations, multi-media presentations, portfolios, student self-assessments,
on-going teacher assessment, direct observation, simulated role plays, third party feedback e.g. from (teachers, community members or peers), verbal questioning to confirm linguistic, sociolinguistic and cultural knowledge
| Unit Code | Unit Descriptor | Nom Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| Core Units | ||
| VU23489 | Recognise letters of the alphabet and their sounds in extremely familiar words | 100 |
| VU23490 | Use extremely familiar strategies to participate in learning | 70 |
| VU23491 | Recognise and copy extremely familiar words | 80 |
| VU23492 | Participate in extremely familiar spoken exchanges | 90 |
| VU23493 | Recognise, copy and use numbers and money from 1 to 50 | 80 |
| VU23575 | Recognise and use extremely familiar digital devices | 25 |
Please make sure you have read all the course information about units of study, duration, entry requirements, assessment information, job prospects etc.
Steps
1. You must attend a pre-training interview which includes a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test and complete the eligibility declaration form (in the case of students applying for Skills First Program Funding).
2. To complete the application process, click on the ‘Apply Now’ link. Complete the steps involved to submit your application online.
3. ITHEA will assess your application and make sure all entry requirements are met. An ITHEA representative will contact you if your application is unsuccessful.
6 months
Melbourne CBD 3000 – Mon Tue
In class
N/A
ACN: 125 368 569
ITHEA acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Traditional Custodians of Country and recognises their continuing connection to land, sea, culture and community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
