Course code: 800-000694

TAFE Statement in English for Non-Residents

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Overview About this course

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.

Outcomes What you'll gain

Learning outcomes

During this course you'll learn to:

  • Use everyday contexts to further develop your English Language skills

  • Understand Australian culture and systems

  • Search and use resources that are available to you

Course outcomes

You'll leave this course with:

  • A Certificate of Attendance

  • Skills to use the English language in a variety of real world situations

  • A knowledge of Australian systems

  • Greater employment opportunities

  • The skills to pursue further study

Suitability Is this course right for you?

Language & Education

Prepare for an assessment or further study

Entry requirements

Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

  • 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.

Entry recommendations

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

  • A desire to improve your English language skills

  • An interest in knowing about available resources that will help you settle in Australia

  • The ability to attend an interview with an ESL teacher on campus before the course starts

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 Where can this course take you?

Career pathways

Our graduates go onto roles like: pursuing further study, using your English language skills to apply for jobs and adjusting t to life in Australia.

Study options

Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.

Your experience counts

At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.

Units Units taught in this course

Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.

Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.

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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

  • 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

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