Course in Initial EAL
22636VIC
Length
1 Year (full time)
2 Years (part time)
Study Mode
On Campus
Course in Initial EAL - 22636VIC
Course Overview
This is a new course for pre-literate students arriving from conflict zones and refugee camps who have experienced different levels of trauma. While this is a diverse group, many arrive in Australia with severely interrupted education and little or no previous education or learning experiences. These pre-arrival experiences influence their ability to settle in Australia and apply the skills required to learn a new language.
The course is intended to provide participants with the following educational outcomes:
- Basic decoding and encoding skills.
- Handwriting skills such as copying and hand-eye coordination.
- Recognition of common high-frequency function words and nouns to convey familiar personal information.
- Conventions of an Australian classroom such as punctuality and attendance.
Students referred under the AMEP (Adult Migrant English Program) are eligible for free English classes.
Careers & study pathways
Further study
After graduating, participants might like to undertake further study in the 22637VIC Course in EAL.
Course details
Upcoming dates and times
Choose a location below to learn more about when this course is offered and on which days you’ll need to attend.
Seymour - Wallis Street
(2 commencing soon)
AMEP - Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - Full time - Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday - 9.00am - 3.30pm - On Campus
Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - Full time - Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday - 9.00am - 3.30pm - On Campus
Shepparton - Fryers Street
(4 commencing soon)
AMEP - Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - Full time - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 9.00am - 3.30pm - On Campus
Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - Full time - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 9.00am - 3.30pm - On Campus
AMEP - Night - Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - Part time - Tuesday & Thursday - 6.00pm - 9.00pm - On Campus
Night - Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - Part time - Tuesday & Thursday - 6.00pm - 9.00pm - On Campus
Study units
Take a look at some of the subjects you’ll be studying when you take this course.
This course requires a total of 6 core units.
Core units
6 unit(s)
- VU23489 Recognise letters of the alphabet and their sounds in extremely familiar words
- VU23490 Use extremely familiar strategies to participate in learning
- VU23491 Recognise and copy extremely familiar words
- VU23492 Participate in extremely familiar spoken exchanges
- VU23493 Recognise, copy and use numbers and money from 1 to 50
- VU23575 Recognise and use extremely familiar digital devices
Attendance & commitment
General public face-to-face delivery | 1-year course length | Full-time study load
Shepparton day class
Students are expected to:
- Attend classes on campus for three and a half days per week on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9am - 3.15pm, and on Fridays from 9am -12.30pm, during terms.
- Attend a minimum of 80% of scheduled classes.
- Spend approximately 1 hour per week working through their course materials, research, and revision outside of classes.
General public face-to-face delivery | 2 years course length | Part-time study load
Shepparton night class
Students are expected to:
- Attend classes on campus two nights per week from 6pm - 9pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays during terms.
- Attend a minimum of 80% of scheduled classes.
- Spend approximately 1 hour per week working through their course materials, research, and revision outside of classes.
General public face-to-face delivery | 1-year course length | Full-time study load
Seymour day class
Students are expected to:
- Attend classes on campus three days per week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9am - 3.30pm.
- Attend a minimum of 80% of scheduled classes.
- Spend approximately 1 hour per week working through their course materials, research, & revision outside of classes.
Assessment methods
Assessment methods may include:
- One-to-one questions
- Observations
- Demonstrations
- Knowledge questions
Before you begin
Entry requirements
Mandated entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this course but participants will be asked to undertake an English language assessment to determine their skill levels. A learner’s suitability will be assessed against a suitable framework such as the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).
Student resources
- Students must provide a pen, lined exercise book, and eraser.
Enrolment
Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government-subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:
- Aspirations/career goals
- Educational attainment and capability
- Literacy and numeracy skills
- Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.
You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:
- Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.
Fees and payments
Fees and costs
GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
Please note that the fees on this webpage, for this particular course:
- are correct at the time of publishing for those enrolling in 2025 and may change without notice.
- will be discussed with applications as part of the application process to ensure it is understood what is being paid for and which fee rates they may be eligible for.
Course Fees consist of three different components:
- Student Tuition Fee - covers the costs of training and assessment. These fees vary across courses and are calculated based on a rate per nominal hour enrolled in. The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Circumstances may include:
- an individual’s eligibility for Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
- an individual’s eligibility for concession rates on Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
- ineligible individuals who are required to pay the full fees for tuition and other costs.
- Material Fee - where applicable, cover the costs of classroom consumables, handouts and booklets, e-Learning resources and associated license access fees and excursions.
- Student Services Fee (SSF) – contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF is a non-refundable annual fee that does not apply to short-course participants.
Additionally, some courses require students to purchase or supply textbooks, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session, induction session, or during the pre-training review interview.
GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your fees.
Learn more about fees, charges, refunds and payment options
Student support
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.
Learning support
A free and confidential service to help you build the foundation skills you need to be successful at TAFE. Improve your english language, maths and/or writing skills; enhance your computer, exam and study skills.
Learn more about our learning support services
Library
Our library team are passionate about supporting students to achieve their study goals. They have subject guides, referencing help, and online resources to assist you with you assessments.
Find how to reach out to our library in Shepparton
Jobs and study options
Our Skills and Jobs Centres can assist and talk through options for courses, careers, assistance with job applications and more.
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Contingent Study Arrangements
Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.
Whether you need support with time management, your mental health, grief and loss, a diagnosed disability, financial hardship, or any other challenge life throws your way, we are here to help.
Support for personal issues
We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.
Find out how the Student Experience Team can help you
Disability support
Get access to the supports and adjustments you need for your disability or medical condition to be successful in your studies.
Seek support from our Equitable Learning Advisors
Counselling services
We offer free counselling services to help you work through life's challenges including grief and loss, mental health or relationships.
Learn about our Student Wellbeing Advisors
Koorie Unit
The Koorie Unit is a culturally safe space on our Shepparton Fryers Street Campus for all Koorie students enrolled and studying through GOTAFE, or with one of our education partnering organisations.
Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.
Further information is provided at course induction.
This course is government accredited and has national recognition.
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