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Certificate IV in EAL (Access)
Certificate IV in EAL (Access)
22256VIC
1676
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Description
Certificate IV in EAL (Access) enables the consolidation of advanced English language speaking and listening, reading and writing skills to access a range of community options. Outcomes include a range of complex communication skills and knowledge in English, literacy skills including digital literacy skills to enable effective community participation, including in leadership roles.
Schedule
- one (1) core units
- one (1) speaking and listening unit
- one (1) read and writing unit
- two (2) language skills elective units (see course outline/note below) (not previously completed)
- three (3) general elective units (see note below)
NOTES:
The Two (2) Language Skills elective units which can be selected from Speaking and Listening and / or Reading and Writing units which have not been previously completed from:
- this qualification
- Certificate III and / or IV qualifications in this EAL Framework
The Three (3) electives which can be selected from the:
- General Electives listed in this qualification
- General Electives listed in the Certificate III and / or IV qualifications in this EAL Framework
- units / modules which are first packaged in AQF level 3, 4 or 5 qualifications in other accredited curricula and / or endorsed training packages.
1. Core Units
Complete the following core units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81643 | VU21353 | Research pathways and produce a learning plan and portfolio | 20 | Module |
2. Speaking and Listening Units
Select one of the following units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47503 | VU21474 | Analyse and participate in complex conversations | 80 | Module |
| 47489 | VU21475 | Give and respond to a wide range of oral presentations and instructions | 80 | Module |
3. Reading and Writing
Select one of the following units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47490 | VU21476 | Read and write complex communications and transactional texts | 80 | Module |
| 47492 | VU21478 | Read and write complex creative texts | 80 | Module |
| 47491 | VU21477 | Read and write complex instructions and advisory texts | 80 | Module |
4. Language Skills
Select two of the following units that have not been previously completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47503 | VU21474 | Analyse and participate in complex conversations | 80 | Module |
| 47489 | VU21475 | Give and respond to a wide range of oral presentations and instructions | 80 | Module |
| 47490 | VU21476 | Read and write complex communications and transactional texts | 80 | Module |
| 47492 | VU21478 | Read and write complex creative texts | 80 | Module |
| 47491 | VU21477 | Read and write complex instructions and advisory texts | 80 | Module |
5. General Electives
Select 3 of the following units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47497 | VU20749 | Analyse stories / narratives within cultures | 90 | Module |
| 47498 | VU20752 | Analyse texts in their cultural context | 90 | Module |
| 47499 | VU20746 | Apply essential further study skills | 90 | Module |
| 81678 | VU21389 | Design and review a project | 40 | Module |
| 47496 | VU21482 | Research current issues | 55 | Module |
| 47495 | VU21481 | Research events in Australian history post 1770 | 60 | Module |
| 47493 | VU21479 | Research features of Australian Government | 50 | Module |
| 47494 | VU21480 | Research the history of Indigenous people in Australia | 60 | Module |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1654 | 21934VIC | Certificate IV in ESL (Access) | Accredited course |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEI17 | 22487VIC | Certificate IV in EAL (Access) | Accredited course |
VET Info Notes
2. Further information on this program may be obtained from the copyright holder or contact your registered training organisation.
3. Depending on the elective units the nominal hours for this course is 456 to 610.
4. Details of the course were provided by Central Institute of Technology for entry into STARS database on 10/12/2013.