This Certificate I in ESL (Access) is offered through the Youth Unit's Young Adult Migrant Education Courses (YAMEC).
This post-beginner course is for young adults from non-English speaking backgrounds between 15 to 26 years old who have disrupted, incomplete or no prior education. The course aims to develop English language, numeracy and study skills to enter into study in more advanced ESL courses.
Develop your English skills using:
- short, simple spoken instructions and information
- short, simple messages and formatted texts
- numerical and statistical information
- basic instructions and information
Areas of study include:
- Australian history, culture and art
- Australian government
- the Australian environment
- basic computing skills, internet and email
- current issues
- health and medical information
Improve your reading, writing and spoken English, and your understanding of Australian culture, current affairs and government, while meeting other young migrants and Australians from non-English speaking backgrounds. Improving your English will make it easier to deal with government departments like Immigration and Centrelink, do the banking or shopping, visit the doctor, or access community services and groups.
NMIT also offers the Certificate I in ESL (Access) through the Foundation Studies Department.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: 21936VIC
- Cricos Code:
Campus: Collingwood, Preston
Duration
Full-time:
1 year
6 to 12 months, ongoing enrolments throughout the year.
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Students are advised to complete an English and study skills certificate at level 4 before going on to mainstream study.
Career Opportunities
Students who achieve a Certificate I in ESL (Access) are able to move to a Certificate II in ESL (Access) to continue their English language and study skills training, which can assist them towards their goal of work, further education or vocational training.
Entrance Requirements
All applicants are interviewed before placement in the program.
Materials
Materials
A range of materials and equipment is used during the course and students are provided with worksheets during classes. Students also have access to a range of facilities and services to assist with their learning and well being while at TAFE, including computer and language labs, vocational counselling, library facilities and sport and recreation facilities.
Fees
The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Additional fees may apply such services and amenities fees.
Fees for students commencing in 2012
Fees for students who commenced between 2009 and 2011
How to Apply:
Local Students
Download and complete the VCAL application form.
Send to:
YAMEC Coordinator
Youth Unit - NMIT
20 Otter Street
COLLINGWOOD Victoria 3066
Or contact the YAMEC staff at NMIT.
Note: evidence of citizenship/residency and proof of age is required when enrolling.
Are you eligible for a government subsidised place?
Contact NMIT now to find out more about fees and charges.
Units of Study
The hours displayed are nominal, as indicated in the National Training Package. Actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact the department for the latest student contact hours information.
