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    Certificate III in Spoken and Written English

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Take your English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills to the next level. Improve your formal and conversational English through practising real-life situations such as writing emails or asking for directions. Gain the skills to help you achieve your dreams of future study or work. This course is expiring and will be replaced by a new course in 2025. Please register your interest and we will contact you to discuss your requirements and provide more information.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • Use formal and informal language skills to help you live and work in Australia

    • Write emails, text messages and use social media

    • Ask for help and information

    • Have conversations with people at your workplace and in your community

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • Use day-to-day experiences to build your English language skills

    • Learn how to write a resume and attend a job interview

    • Practise asking for information and have conversations with people in your community

    • Know how to read and listen to the news and engage fully in Australian life

    • Gain more confidence when using English

    • Improve your communication skills and open up additional career pathways

    • Pathway to further study at Certificate IV or Diploma level

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • A teacher will contact you to make sure this is the right course for you

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • An interest in improving your English language skills

    • The motivation to practise your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills

    • A desire to complete further study or work

    TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: Good English language skills will help you build a career in the industry of your choice

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study2 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    Further study0 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    The Certificate III in Spoken and Written English does not have any post-graduate courses.

    Related study0 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    The Certificate III in Spoken and Written English does not have any related courses.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Spoken and Written English qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 5 units of competency, including 5 core and 0 speciality units.

    Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations – get social with our student community

    Study optionsFind a location to enrol