Statement of Attainment in Beginner English
- TAFE NSW code: 900-10084V01-21HNB-102
Location – Hornsby
Study Type
PT Connected
Course Start Date
01 Feb 2021
Study Commitment
10 Hours per week
Duration
15 Weeks
- This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
- Fully Subsidised Course
Course Details
Do you need to learn English? Do you want to get a job, or study in Australia? The Statement of Attainment in Beginner English is for people with very limited English.
The course will teach you beginner English language skills, to allow you to begin to effectively communicate in English in a wide range of situations.
Choose flexible study options to study at a pace you can be comfortable with. As with all English language and ESL courses, we do require you to attend an interview to help us make sure the subject content is right for you.
It is important that you contact your local TAFE NSW campus and discuss this course with us before enrolling.
This nationally recognised training will give you a good start in work and study, opening up opportunities that are not available without basic English skills.
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.
There are no formal educational requirements for this course.
The course is designed for people who have a minimum English language proficiency of 0+ on the International Second Language Proficiency Ratings (ISLPR) scale, or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 1 or equivalent.
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:
-An English language level equivalent to approx. ISLPR 0/0+. You will be required to undergo a diagnostic English language assessment to find out if this is the right course for you. This will be conducted following the information session.
-Local Entry Requirements / Mandatory Workplace Requirements
To successfully complete this course, you will need:
-To pass all units of competency
To register for an information session, head to tafensw.edu.au/infofest. Students who cannot attend the Information Session please make an online enquiry or contact us on 131 601 for more information about the course!
INFORMATION SESSIONS
To find out more about this course, meet our teachers and receive information about enrolment and next steps, attend an information session.
Tuesday 19 January 2021 | 9:30am - 2:30pm | Please contact 131 601 to make an appointment for the information session. Room F111 Hornsby Campus
Thursday 21 January 2021 | 9:30am - 2:30pm | Please contact 131 601 to make an appointment for the information session. Room F111 Hornsby Campus
Monday 25 January 2021 | 9:30am - 2:30pm | Please contact 131 601 to make an appointment for the information session. Room F111 Hornsby Campus
Wednesday 27 January 2021 | 9:30am - 2:30pm | Please contact 131 601 to make an appointment for the information session. Room F111 Hornsby Campus
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a part time day course. You will need to attend approximately 10 hours of class, over 2 days a week, for 15 weeks 3 months.
You may also be required to complete approximately 3.3 hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, including homework, assessment preparation, self-directed study, topic revision, online learning activities and practising the English you are learning in the community or workplace.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
This course offering is designed for people who:
have English as an Additional Language (EAL) including migrants and refugees from CALD (Culturally And Linguistically Diverse) backgrounds. Learners are absolute beginners in English, possibly with remedial learning needs arising from limited or disrupted schooling
SERVICES AND STUDY SUPPORT
There are additional learning and study tools available for this course, including:
Optional ESOL Drop-in Support sessions after class; small group in-class support sessions as necessary
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)
- Smarthinking - after hours online study support service
- 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 Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:00am to 2:30pm. 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.
Find out more about Applying and Enrolling
Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| FELESL107 | Develop beginner English language speaking competence for everyday purposes |
| FELESL108 | Develop beginner English language listening competence for everyday purposes |
| FELESL109 | Develop beginner English language reading competence for everyday purposes |
| FELESL110 | Develop beginner English language writing competence for everyday purposes |
This course will give you a good start in work and study, opening up opportunities that are not available without basic English skills.
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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Hornsby
205 Peats Ferry Road,
Hornsby
Phone
131 601
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