Go on a journey of discovery as you gain knowledge of Aboriginal culture and identity. You’ll learn to speak fluently in an Aboriginal language and be able to write Aboriginal stories and songs. Be part of preserving and rejuvenating Aboriginal languages for current and future generations.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Recognise and understand local Aboriginal identity
Develop advanced listening and speaking skills in an Aboriginal language
Explore the revival and preservation of Aboriginal languages
Read and write routine Aboriginal language texts
Use digital technology to support the learning of Aboriginal languages
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Participate in spoken exchanges and deliver informal verbal presentations
Read, listen to, write and understand Aboriginal texts
Develop digital literacy skills
Walk Country and strengthen Aboriginal languages for future generations
Develop a deeper understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures
Build strong pathways to continued studies and enhance your career opportunities
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.
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
A passion for Aboriginal Culture and community
Experience and knowledge of Aboriginal People and Culture, including a working knowledge of Indigenous communities and languages
Successfully completed the Certificate I in Fundamental Languages for Personal Use and/or the Certificate II in Basic Aboriginal Languages for Social Use
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.
Our graduates go onto roles like: Aboriginal education teacher, Aboriginal land council or national wildlife officer, Aboriginal language tutor, Aboriginal translator or interpreter and Cultural tour guide.
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Certificate III in Aboriginal Languages for Community Use does not have any post-graduate courses.
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Certificate III in Aboriginal Languages for Community Use does not have any related courses.
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.
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Aboriginal Languages for Community Use qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 6 units of competency, including 5 core and 1 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 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
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