Foundation Skills, English Language and Auslan

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Short Courses9
Certificates11
Diploma Level0
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Fee Free7

Explore the English language as you learn to communicate with those around you. Learn to speak basic English at home and in the community. Break down language barriers as you start conversations and build understanding. Ensure everybody has a voice as you become a professional interpreter. Connect with the Deaf community using Auslan. No matter your need, we will make sure you graduate with the confidence to connect with others.

Auslan

Connect and communicate with the Deaf community, inspire inclusivity and create wider conversations as you learn to sign fluent Auslan in different settings. more...

TAFE StatementAuslan Fundamentals
800-000951
Explore Auslan in this introductory course as you learn the art of communicating through sign language. Finger spell, introduce yourself and learn about the interesting culture of the Deaf Community.
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education and learning support officer with the Certificate III in Auslan

disability support worker with the Certificate III in Auslan.
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English for Further Study

Gain the confidence in your English language skills to succeed in an academic environment. Boost your written and verbal skills and complete tasks such as report writing and speaking to the class. more...

TAFE StatementEnglish for Non-Residents
800-000694
Further develop your English language skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing using everyday real world contexts. Understand Australian culture and systems and learn about available resources that can support your settlement in Australia.
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Attend an interview with an ESL teacher on campus to identify your current English language level. This way, you can be placed into the right class and you can be provided with the appropriate support if needed.

A valid temporary visa, which demonstrates that you are not eligible for other government-funded English language programs. Please bring this with you as it will be assessed during the interview.
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pursuing further study

using your English language skills to apply for jobs

adjusting t to life in Australia.
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Statement of AttainmentPreparation for the IELTS Test
900-82989
Prepare to sit the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with help from highly experienced teachers. Get support to develop your English language skills and take practice tests to build your confidence.
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A teacher will contact you to make sure this is the right course for you. They may ask you to complete a Language and Literacy profile so that you can be placed into the right class and so that you can access appropriate support if needed.
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sitting the IELTS test.
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English for Speakers of Other Languages

Learn to speak everyday English at home, in the classroom, in your career and in your community. Talk to others, prepare for further study and feel more confident using the language. more...

TAFE StatementEnglish - 120 hours
800-001321
Learn or improve your English language skills in a range of real-life situations. This course is for people who are not Australian citizens, who do not hold a permanent residency visa, and are not eligible for government funded study.
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You will need to attend a 45 minute placement assessment with an ESOL teacher on campus. This is to assess your current English language level and needs.

There will also be a 15 minute interview as part of the application process. This is to talk about your timetable, availability and dates. Please allow for a total of 1 hour for the assessment and interview.

During your interview your visa conditions will be checked with the Visa Entitlement Verification Online system (VEVO). To do this we will need you to bring your passport and your visa to the interview. Your study program will be confirmed in the interview.
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TAFE StatementEnglish - 60 hours
800-001320
Learn or improve your English language skills in a range of real-life situations. This course is for people who are not Australian citizens, who do not hold a permanent residency visa, and are not eligible for government funded study.
Entry requirements
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You will need to attend a 45 minute placement assessment with an ESOL teacher on campus. This is to assess your current English language level and needs.

There will also be a 15 minute interview as part of the application process. This is to talk about your timetable, availability and dates. Please allow for a total of 1 hour for the assessment and interview.

During your interview your visa conditions will be checked with the Visa Entitlement Verification Online system (VEVO). To do this we will need you to bring your passport and your visa to the interview. Your study program will be confirmed in the interview.
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TAFE StatementEnglish - 240 hours
800-001323
Learn or improve your English language skills in a range of real-life situations. This course is for people who are not Australian citizens, who do not hold a permanent residency visa, and not eligible for government funded study.
Entry requirements
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You will need to attend a 45 minute placement assessment with an ESOL teacher on campus. This is to assess your current English language level and needs.

There will also be a 15 minute interview as part of the application process. This is to talk about your timetable, availability and dates. Please allow for a total of 1 hour for the assessment and interview.

During your interview your visa conditions will be checked with the Visa Entitlement Verification Online system (VEVO). To do this we will need you to bring your passport and your visa to the interview. Your study program will be confirmed in the interview.
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No career pathways defined for this course
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TAFE StatementEnglish - 180 hours
800-001322
Learn or improve your English language skills in a range of real-life situations. This course is for people who are not Australian citizens, who do not hold a permanent residency visa, and are not eligible for government funded study.
Entry requirements
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You will need to attend a 45 minute placement assessment with an ESOL teacher on campus. This is to assess your current English language level and needs.

There will also be a 15 minute interview as part of the application process. This is to talk about your timetable, availability and dates. Please allow for a total of 1 hour for the assessment and interview.

During your interview your visa conditions will be checked with the Visa Entitlement Verification Online system (VEVO). To do this we will need you to bring your passport and your visa to the interview. Your study program will be confirmed in the interview.
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No career pathways defined for this course
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Statement of AttainmentBasic English Language Speaking and Listening Skills
900-83120
Build your English skills and feel more confident in everyday life. Practise speaking and listening in simple conversations, at work and while shopping. Learn to use the past and present tense and pronounce words clearly.
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A teacher will contact you to make sure this is the right course for you.

You may be asked to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) profile. This helps us place you in the right class and make sure you get the support you need.
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entry-level positions

pursuing further study

participating more fully in the community.
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Statement of AttainmentBeginner English
901-00038
Learn to listen, speak, read and write in very simple English. This course teaches you skills to help you speak English in the community and do further study at TAFE NSW.
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A teacher will contact you to make sure this is the right course for you.
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reading, writing, speaking and listening to very simple English in the community and at work doing further study at TAFE NSW.
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Literacy and Numeracy Foundation Skills

Gain the tools you need to thrive at work and study with a literacy and numeracy foundation skills course. Grow your reading, writing and numeracy skills as you learn to communicate clearly in a workplace or classroom. more...

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Foundation Skills, English Language and Auslan

Auslan

TAFE StatementAuslan Fundamentals

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English for Further Study

TAFE StatementEnglish for Non-Residents

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Statement of AttainmentPreparation for the IELTS Test

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English for Speakers of Other Languages

TAFE StatementEnglish - 120 hours

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TAFE StatementEnglish - 60 hours

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TAFE StatementEnglish - 240 hours

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TAFE StatementEnglish - 180 hours

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Statement of AttainmentBasic English Language Speaking and Listening Skills

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Statement of AttainmentBeginner English

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Career pathways

Literacy and Numeracy Foundation Skills