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TAFE Statement in Foundation Reading and Writing for Adults – 3 modules

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Overview About this course

It’s never too late to improve how you learn, read, write, speak or use digital technology. Our teachers will personalise your learning plan, so the course works for you. Discover the confidence to succeed and build the life you’ve always dreamed of.

Outcomes What you'll gain

Learning outcomes

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

  • Improve your skills in reading, writing, learning, speaking, digital technology and maths

  • Understand your barriers and learn how to overcome them

  • Develop the confidence to speak to people in work and social environments

  • Make a positive first impression

Course outcomes

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

  • A pathway to further study with TAFE NSW

  • Discover how to "learn" so the prospect of future study isn't overwhelming

  • Confidently apply for jobs

  • Read and write comfortably and use basic maths

  • Use digital technology to complete tasks

  • Communicate more comfortably with people, in person, phone and over email

Suitability Is this course right for you?

Entry requirements

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

  • Before beginning this course, you must be available to attend an interview to determine whether this course is right for you. You'll be interviewed by a specialist teacher in Foundation Skills and Languages at your preferred campus and a staff member will help you enrol online.

Entry recommendations

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

  • An interest in discovering better ways to learn and improve your reading and writing skills

  • A positive mindset to develop confidence communicating with people at work, over the phone and in everyday life

  • Enthusiasm to develop your digital technology, numeracy and maths skills

  • A commitment to attend as many sessions as possible and practise skills outside of a classroom setting

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.

Pathways Future career and study options

Career pathways

Our graduates go onto roles like: improving your ability to read, write, learn, communicate and use maths and computers in workplaces, everyday life, and for further study at TAFE NSW.

Study pathways

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

Previous study 0 Courses

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

The TAFE Statement in Foundation Reading and Writing for Adults – 3 modules does not have any pre-requisite courses.

Further study 3 Courses

Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

Related study 0 Courses

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

The TAFE Statement in Foundation Reading and Writing for Adults – 3 modules 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.

Units Units taught in this course

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 services Facilities 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

    • Smarthinking - online access to a tutor

    • 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

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