This program is delivered through the ESL Framework. It is a program for adults of non-English speaking background at pre-intermediate level.

Program content is dependent on the needs of students.

During the course the participants will :

Develop a learning plan and portfolio with guidance which involves collecting information from a range of sources
Use Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing skills to

-participate in simple conversations and transactions which require some problem solving
-give and respond to simple verbal information and directions
-read and write simple everyday personal letters and formatted texts
-read and write simple routine informational and instructional 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: 21932VIC

Local Fees: fees and charges

Campus: Collingwood

Duration

Full-time: 1 year

Part-time: 1 - 3 years

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

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Phone: 03 9269 8302

Web: Enquiry Form

Department: Foundation Studies

How to Apply

Local Students

Full-time (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.

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Full-time Mid-year Entry (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.

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Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part time.

You can enrol in part-time courses at an Information and Enrolment Session

Units of Study

Code	Subject	Hours	Type
VBQU117	Develop and document a learning plan and portfolio with guidance	10	Core
VPAU497	Participate in simple conversations and transactions	80	Core
VPAU498	Give and respond to simple verbal information and directions	80	Core
VPAU499	Read and write simple personal letters and formatted texts	80	Core
VPAU500	Read and write simple routine informational and instructional texts	80	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
VPAU513	Observe and report on activities in a workplace	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