What does this course involve?
This course is designed for people from culturally diverse backgrounds who want to develop or improve their English skills.
This course will give you basic skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing so you can prepare for further studies or work.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course is designed to help improve your general English skills. As your English skills improve, so will your chances of finding work.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
You may wish to progress into the Certificate II in ESL to enhance your English skills.
Can I apply?
- You must be over 18 years of age and from a non-English-speaking background
How do I apply?
Direct Entry - Rolling enrolments
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
- Individual Interview
- Test or Examination
Length of course
Part time 6 months
Where will I study?
Whitehorse Campus
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
Click here to learn about scholarships that may be relevant to this course.
How will I be assessed?
- Oral presentation
- Written assessment
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.