Course in Preliminary Spoken and Written English
- National Course Code: 10725NAT
- TAFE NSW code: 10725NAT-01V01-20WLG-001
Location – Wollongong
Study Type
Full Time
Course Start Date
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Study Commitment
16 Hours per week
Duration
34 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.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To make sure this is the appropriate course level for you, you will need to participate in a phone interview with one of our teaching staff.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
This course is suitable for people who:
- Are new to Australia and the English language
- Want to learn the English language so they can read signs, shop and engage in basic conversations
- Can attend class regularly and practise speaking English at home
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
With 130 locations across the state, TAFE NSW tailors qualifications to meet the needs of the local community and specific student groups (like apprentices, fast-tracked and online students). To make sure this course is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
To be enrolled in this course, you need to be able to provide evidence that you are:
-have been assessed prior to enrolment, to check level of English language. For enquiries, or to book an assessment, please phone 131601.
To successfully complete this course, you will need:
- attend classes regularly, do homework and independent learning activities, revise classwork and pass ALL assessments.
INFORMATION SESSIONS
To find out more about this course, meet our teachers and receive information about enrolment and next steps, attend an information session.
Date: Tuesday, 10 December 2019
Time: 11.00am to 1.00pm
Location: TAFE NSW Wollongong, Building I, Level 1, Room 05
Or
Date: Tuesday 21 January 2020
Time 11.00am to 1.00pm
Location: TAFE NSW Wollongong, Building I, Level 1, Room 05
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a full time face to face course. You will need to attend approximately 15 hours of class, over 4 days a week, for 34 weeks. Days will vary between classes.
You may also be required to complete approximately 1 hour of additional study each week outside of class hours.
SERVICES AND STUDY SUPPORT
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
- Accessibility and Disability Support Services
- Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home
To keep you safe while studying, some of our face to face classes may be replaced with online or connected learning. We have also modified our face to face classes to meet physical distancing requirements and increased cleaning on campus. As restrictions ease, the way you attend your class may change again. If work placement and the demonstration of practical skills are requirements of your course, due to the impacts of COVID 19 there may be a delay or modification in being able to undertake these aspects of your course in the planned timeframe. Be assured, we'll keep you informed every step of the way.
This course is currently scheduled on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9.00am to 2.30pm. Days will vary between classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.15 hours of attendance plus homework
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?
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
You will need to provide for yourself the following resources which you will keep when you complete your study:
- a 2-ring folder, pens, pencils, notebook and USB. Dictionaries are optional.
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
Enquire now for Semester 2 2020 and be notified when enrolments open.
TAFE NSW is open for business so to find out more information on this course including when it will start and how it will be delivered (face-to-face, in a virtual classroom, self-paced, online or a mixture), submit an online enquiry by clicking the Enquire Now button on this page. You can also call 131 601 during business hours* to chat with a member of our friendly customer service team.
* Our customer service team are available from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm AEST.
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| SWEDEV001 | Develop preliminary English vocabulary for settlement |
| SWEESD001 | Engage in very short dialogues |
| SWEPLL001 | Begin to participate in a formal English language learning environment |
| SWERSS001 | Read very simple signs |
| SWERST001 | Read a very limited range of words and very simple texts |
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.
Course Location
Wollongong
Foleys Lane,
North Wollongong
Phone
131 601
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