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Certificate III in ESL (Access)
Certificate III in ESL (Access)
21499VIC
1645
Draft
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Description
This intermediate level course offers the opportunity to develop intermediate level skills in English listening, speaking, writing and reading for participants from language backgrounds other than English. The four levels in the Access stream provide a clear pathway for a wide range of learners who want to develop general English language and literacy skills and knowledge for participating effectively in the Australian community.
Schedule
1.
A total of 4 units (Part A & B) must be completed including a minimum of 100 hours electives.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38870 | Listening (Access III) - Part A | 50 | Module | |
| 38874 | Reading (Access III) - Part A | 50 | Module | |
| 38872 | Speaking (Access III) - Part A | 50 | Module | |
| 38876 | Writing (Access III) - Part A | 50 | Module |
2.
A total of 4 units (Part A & B) must be completed including a minimum of 100 hours of electives.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38871 | VBN470 | Listening (Access III) - Part B | 50 | Module |
| 38875 | VBN472 | Reading (Access III) - Part B | 50 | Module |
| 38873 | VBN471 | Speaking (Access III) - Part B | 50 | Module |
| 38877 | VBN473 | Writing (Access III) - Part B | 50 | Module |
3.
Elective Units: Select a minimum of 100 hours from the following. Note: RTOs may also select electives to meet the needs of their learners from any endorsed training package and/or accredited curriculum. Electives should be selected to provide opportunities for support and extension of language acquisition and the enhancement of vocational and education pathways.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38896 | VBN508 | Australian art and culture | 50 | Module |
| 38890 | VBN502 | Australian environment | 50 | Module |
| 38891 | VBN503 | Australian government | 50 | Module |
| 38898 | VBN510 | Australian History | 50 | Module |
| 38892 | VBN504 | Australian law | 50 | Module |
| 38899 | VBN511 | Current affairs | 50 | Module |
| 38893 | VBN505 | Driving in Australia | 50 | Module |
| 38894 | VBN506 | Education in Australia | 50 | Module |
| 38895 | VBN507 | Health and medicine | 50 | Module |
| 38897 | VBN509 | Indigenous Australia | 50 | Module |
| 38886 | VBN498 | Language of computers | 50 | Module |
| 38889 | VBN501 | Local orientation | 50 | Module |
| 38887 | VBN499 | Online language learning | 50 | Module |
| 38888 | VBN500 | Practical placement | 75 | Module |
| 38900 | VBN512 | Vocational elective | 75 | Module |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1653 | 21933VIC | Certificate III in ESL (Access) | Accredited course |
VET Info Notes
2. The proponent for this course is Victorian University of Technology (TAFE Division). It has been placed on the National Register as code [21499VIC].
3. Further information on this program may be obtained from:
Jane Cussen
Victoria University of Technology (TAFE Division)
Ph: (03) 9284 8375
4. This course was placed on STARS by Challenger TAFE on 9th December 2005.
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