Skills First Funding
JobTrainer Initiative
Non Apprentice/Trainee
Trainee
6 months
Anytime
Melbourne CBD 3000 – Wed Thu
Somerton VIC 3062 – Mon Tue
In class
N/A
Term 1 – Wed 27 Jan
Term 2 – Mon 19 Apr
Term 3 – Mon 11 Jul
Term 4 – Mon 3 Oct
General: Certificate II in EAL (Access) outcomes focus on the development of English language speaking, listening, reading and writing skills together with electives selected to develop relevant knowledge and skills for simple everyday communication and community participation and to enable participants to move into further English language education or vocational training or a combination of both, or employment.
Entry: Entry to this EAL Course is determined according to the following criteria:
a participant’s current English language skills. (The Listening and Speaking and Reading and Writing units in the Framework will provide the basis for initial assessment processes and placement of participants at the appropriate proficiency level)
a participant’s prior formal education experience, both overseas and in Australia
any prior EAL learning
a participant’s learning and pathway needs including employability skills, literacies (digital and other literacies), and further educational and vocational training needs.
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 or educational 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 Certificate III in EAL (Access) or Certificate III in EAL (Further Study).
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.
Core Units
| Unit Code | Unit Descriptor | Nominal Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| VU22358 | Develop learning goals | 20 |
Elective Units
| Unit Code | Unit Descriptor | Nominal Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| VU22601 | Participate in simple conversations and transactions | 80 |
| VU22602 | Give and respond to simple spoken information and directions | 80 |
| VU22603 | Read and write simple personal communications and transactional texts | 80 |
| VU22604 | Read and write simple instructional and informational texts | 80 |
| VU22607 | Explore community services | 50 |
| VU22608 | Explore transport options | 50 |
| VU22609 | Explore current issues | 55 |
This Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding. Eligibility criteria apply. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
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.
If you have any questions about the course, please call us on 9650 3900.
