This program is delivered through the ESL Framework. It is a program for adults of non-English speaking background at post-beginner level.
Program content is dependent on the needs of students.
During the course the participants will :
- Develop a learning plan and portfolio with support
- Use Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing skills with support to
-participate in short simple exchanges
-give and respond to short simple instructions and descriptions
-read and write short simple messages and formatted texts
-read and write short simple informational and formatted texts
Source: Copied with permission from ESL Framework Version 1 2008, Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development, Victoria
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: 21936VIC
- Local Fees: fees and charges
Campus: Collingwood
Duration
Full-time: 6 to 12 Months
Modes of Delivery
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.
Study Pathways at NMIT
Career Opportunities
Those students who achieve a certificate at level 3 are able to move into our Vocational Pathways Department to continue their English language and study skills training to assist them towards their goal of work or mainstream study.
Entrance Requirements
All applicants are interviewed before placement in the program.
Materials
Assessment Methods
There are no exams. Assessment is continuous and ongoing, focusing on the process of learning as well as the competency requirements of the modules of the ESL Framework and the Certificates in Spoken and Written English.
Materials
A range of materials and equipment are used during the course and students are provided with photocopied worksheets on a day-to-day basis. Students also have access to a range of facilities and services to assist with their learning and wellbeing while at TAFE. Independent Learning Centre Computer and Language Labs Vocational Counselling Library Facilities Sports and Recreational Facilities.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Full-time Mid-year Entry (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| VPAU493 | Participate in short simple exchanges | 80 | Core |
| VPAU494 | Give and respond to short, simple verbal instructions and information | 80 | Core |
| VPAU495 | Read and write short simple messages and formatted texts | 80 | Core |
| VPAU496 | Read and write short simple informational and instructional texts | 80 | Core |
| VPAU501 | Plan language learning with support | 30 | Core |
| VPAM543 | Australian Environment | 50 | Elective |
| VPAM544 | Australian Government | 50 | Elective |
| VPAM545 | Australian Law | 50 | Elective |
| VPAM546 | Education in Australia | 50 | Elective |
| VPAM547 | Australian Art & Culture | 50 | Elective |
| VPAM548 | Indigenous Australia | 50 | Elective |
| VPAU549 | Australian History | 50 | Elective |
| VPAU554 | Use basic computing language and skills | 50 | Elective |
| VPAU555 | Use the internet and email to develop language | 50 | Elective |
| VPAU557 | Use services in the local community | 50 | Elective |
| VPAU558 | Locate information on driving and buying a car | 50 | Elective |
| VPAU559 | Locate health and medical information | 50 | Elective |
| VPAU560 | Investigate current issues | 50 | Elective |
