Course in Preliminary Spoken and Written English
- National Course Code: 10725NAT
- TAFE NSW code: 10725NAT-01V01-20TAM-001
Location – Tamworth
Study Type
Part Time Day
Course Start Date
Anytime
Hours Per Week
15
Duration
35 Weeks
- Nationally Recognised Training
- This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
- Fully Subsidised Course
Course Details
For English beginners, the nationally accredited Preliminary Spoken and Written English course will help you to communicate in social situations. Practice speaking, listening, reading and writing and gain confidence in using English in everyday situations.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through your practical course work, you will learn:
- The English alphabet
- Vocabulary for food, money and time
- Social conversation tips
- Shopping words
- How to write your personal information
- How to read signs in the community
- How to read and write simple texts
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Develop other personal qualities while completing this course:
- Gain the confidence to use English in social settings
- Improve your communication skills and open up additional career pathways
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Completing this course will provide you with:
- An insight into Australian culture and life in Australia
- A strong base to continue your English language studies
GROW YOUR CAREER
This course will give you basic English language skills and get you ready to learn more with practice.
INDUSTRY DEMAND
Employers in Australia usually require their workers to have English language skills. No matter what industry you choose to work in, improved English language skills will help you grow your career.
If you are interested in the Adult Migrant English Program, phone 1800 114 707 to find out if you are eligible or visit tafensw.edu.au/amep to find an AMEP campus near you.
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
TRAINING PACKAGE REQUIREMENTS
There are no Training Package entry requirements for this qualification.
TAFE NSW REQUIREMENTS
To enrol in this course you must be an absolute beginner to the English language.
BE PREPARED
To be prepared for this course, you will need to make sure you can attend class regularly and practice speaking English at home.
COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To be enrolled in this course, you need to be willing to undergo a Pre Training Assessment measured against the ACSF.
It's all happening at TAFE NSW InfoFest. Register for an information session to broaden your skills set to get ahead. Can't find an Information Session for you? Enquire Online or call 131601.
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a Part-Time Day Face-to-Face course. You will need to attend approximately 15 hours of class, over 5 days a week, for 1 year.
You may also be required to complete approximately 1 hour of additional study each week outside of class hours, including private study, consolidation of learning and assessment preparation.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
This course offering is designed for people with limited or no formal schooling, limited or no English and who may not have had literacy skills in their first language.
SERVICES AND STUDY SUPPORT
There are additional learning and study tools available for this course, including:
- Accessibility and Disability services
- Personal counselling
- Vocational counselling
- Learning support
- International student support
- Multicultural support
- Designated Education Support officers within the class room environment.
We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services
As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
- Studiosity - online access to a real life tutor
- Easy computing online short courses
- Access to local TAFE libraries
This course is currently scheduled from Monday to Friday between 9.30am and 3.00pm. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
This course is government-subsidised, meaning you pay a portion of the full course fee to TAFE NSW and the NSW Government will pay the balance. However, you must meet certain eligibility criteria for this to apply.
Depending on your previous qualifications and experience, your fee may be less than the maximum fee quoted. Your actual fee and eligibility for concession/exemption will be calculated and confirmed during the enrolment process. Payment plans are available through TAFE NSW for Smart and Skilled eligible qualifications.
For further information about eligibility and explanations of the different fee categories, visit Are You Eligible?
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
Learn about TAFE NSW Fees
Learn about TAFE NSW Payment/Funding
RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
Enrolling with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. Enrol and pay online via our secure payment gateway to secure your place. As you progress through the enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.
For further information or assistance, call 131 601.
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Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| SWEDEV001 | Develop preliminary English vocabulary for settlement |
| SWEESD001 | Engage in very short dialogues |
| SWERSS001 | Read very simple signs |
| SWERST001 | Read a very limited range of words and very simple texts |
| SWERWA001 | Begin to read and write the English alphabet |
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
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Tamworth
13 Janison Street, Tamworth
Phone 131 601
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