Advance your English language skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening. For students from non-English speaking backgrounds, it will give you the knowledge and English language skills needed to undertake further mainstream study at an Australian educational institution.

Certificate III in ESL (Further Study) is designed for students with intermediate English language skills. They can communicate at a basic level in their social and community life as well as in the workplace.

This course can lead to further English study in the Further Study, Employment /Professional courses, or industry qualifications and higher education.

• Location:
  City Flinders, Footscray Nicholson, Melton, Off-shore, St Albans, Sunshine and Werribee
• Other locations:

  Vinh University, Vinh

• College:
  VU College
• Study mode:
  Full Time and Part Time
• Delivery mode:
  On campus
• Course code:
  21939VIC
• Duration:
  1 year
• This information is for Australian residents.
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How to apply

• further education and training

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‘There are no specific vocational outcomes from the Certificates in ESL as they are ‘bridging’ courses designed to provide the range of learners with language skills for a variety of work or study pathways.’ (p. 13 ESL Framework) ‘Learner needs will be influenced by amount of prior education and work experience in Australia and in their country of origin.’ (p. 14 ESL Framework) On successful completion of 21939VIC Certificate III in ESL (Further Study) a participant will be able to:

• develop and document a learning plan and portfolio
• use Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing skills to:
  • give oral presentations for further study
  • read and write straight forward texts for research purposes
  • participate in a range of interactions and group activities for further study
  • analyse and produce a range of straightforward texts relevant to further study
  • listen and take notes for research
  • read and analyse instructional and / or advisory texts.

The intended purpose of the course is to provide English language skills to enable learners to make transition to work, further study and training and community participation.

The course is delivered to mature age groups, youth groups, general access groups and women-only groups. Course structure and delivery is varied to suit the needs and interests of these particular groups.

• Develop and Document a Learning Plan and Portfolio

  Unit code

  VBQU130

• Give Oral Presentations for Further Study

  Unit code

  VPAU523

• Participate in a Range of Interactions for Further Study

  Unit code

  VPAU524

• Read and Write Straightforward Texts for Research Purposes

  Unit code

  VPAU525

• Analyse and Produce a Range of Straightforward Texts Relevant to Further Study

  Unit code

  VPAU526

• Listen and Take Notes for Research

  Unit code

  VPAU527

• Use Language Learning Strategies and Study Skills

  Unit code

  VPAU528

• Produce Texts From Notes

  Unit code

  BSBADM302B

• Design and Produce Text Documents

  Unit code

  BSBITU303A

• Conduct Online Transactions

  Unit code

  BSBITU305A

• Use Technology to Undertake a Project

  Unit code

  CAADF

• Engage With a Range of Texts of Some Complexity for Learning Purposes

  Unit code

  VBQU145

• Create a Range of Texts of Some Complexity for Learning Purposes

  Unit code

  VBQU149

• Use Basic Computing Language and Skills

  Unit code

  VPAU554

• Use the Internet and Email to Develop Language

  Unit code

  VPAU555

• Education in Australia

  Unit code

  VPAM546

• Investigate and Use Simple Mathematical Formulae and Problem Solving Techniques in a Range of Contexts

  Unit code

  VU20814

• There are no limitations to entry based on age, gender, physical ability, social or educational background. Applicants undergo a pre-course English language assessment and interview to determine appropriate course placement.