This Course in ESL is offered through the Youth Unit's Young Adult Migrant Education Courses (YAMEC).

This 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.

The program content is dependent on the needs of students.

During the course the participants will:

  • Develop a language learning plan with support
  • Develop survival numeracy skills

Students will also learn to use listening, speaking, reading and writing skills with support to:

  • communicate basic personal details and needs
  • give and respond to basic instructions and information
  • read and write short, basic messages and forms
  • read and write short basic factual texts

Source: Copied with permission from ESL Framework Version 1 2008, Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development, Victoria.

NMIT also offers the Course in ESL through the Foundation Studies Department.

About the Course

  • Local Students
  • International Students
  • National Code: 21938VIC
  • Cricos Code:

Campus: Collingwood

Duration

Full-time: 1 year
Continuous enrolments are taken throughout the year. Please contact the department for more information.

Modes of Delivery

Classroom

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 in the Course in ESL are able to move to a Certificate I 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

Midyear entry is available for this course.

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.

  • Nationally Recognised Training

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.

Code
Subject
Hours
VBQU114
Recognise Time, Money And Directions
45
VBQU115
Recognise Measurement And Design
45
VBQU116
Recognise Numerical Information
45
VPAU487
Develop A Language Learning Plan With Support
30
VPAU488
Use Beginning Language Learning Strategies With Support
55
VPAU489
Communicate Personal Details And Needs
70
VPAU490
Give And Repond To Basic Instructions And Information
70
VPAU491
Read And Write Basic Messages And Forms
70
VPAU492
Read And Write Short Basic Factual Texts
70
Enrol midyear before June 21

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More Information

Phone:03 9269 8665

Department: Youth Unit

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