Course Summary
This course develops initial level English speaking, listening, reading and writing, numeracy and learning skills in highly familiar contexts prior to accessing further English language education and possible employment.
Course Starts
July 2026
Assessment Method:
Assessment methods include: Questioning (verbal or written), product Based Method (portfolio, listening text/written answers, reading text, spoken text), direct Observation (role play, discussions)
Pathways:
Education pathways – Course in initial is considered as pre-beginner level.Further EAL study is most likely required for employment or study pathwaysrequiring more than a very basic level of English. After achieving thisqualification candidates may consider:– 22637VIC Certificate I in EAL (Acce
When
- Two days per week
- Duration: 20 weeks
- Class times: 9.30am to 3.00pm
- Course starts: July 2026. Rolling intake available until classes reach full capacity.
Where
- Locations: Yarraville Community Centre, 9 Victoria Street, Footscray
- Face to face
Concession and special eligibility rules apply
Please refer to the website for eligibility rules, fees and charges.
*Subject to interview.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to access training through the Skills First program.
Enrolment in a government funded place may impact on your ability to access
future government funding.
Study in a local, warm and friendly environment with small classes!
The qualification
Units will be selected from
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| VU23494 | Use strategies to develop language learning with support. | |
| VU23495 | Begin language learning with support. | |
| VU23496 | Communicate basic personal details and needs. | |
| VU23497 | Give and respond to short highly familiar information. | |
| VU23498 | Read and write short highly familiar messages and forms. | |
| VU23499 | Read and write short highly familiar factual texts. | |
| VU23577 | Recognise and use numbers and money from 50 to 100 for highly familiar activities. | |
| VU23578 | Recognise and use time in highly familiar situations. |
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Concessions and special eligibility rules apply. Please refer to the website for eligibility rules, fees and charges.