ObjectivesThis course is designed for people whose first language is not English.
Entry requirementsYou will need to attend an assessment interview prior to being accepted into this course. Other Entry Requirements You may be eligible for additional assistance through the Managed Individual Pathways program (MIPS). Contact the course coordinator for further details.
Academic titleCourse in Preliminary Spoken and Written English
Course descriptionKey Study Areas The following areas are covered through the study of Australian life and culture:
* Writing
* Reading
* Speaking
* Understanding spoken English
* Study skills
Where • Bendigo (City Campus)
Duration Options
Part time, 2.5 hour classes for a maximum of 15 hours per week over 4 days.
The course normally runs for 36 weeks. Distance learning or a combination of part time and distance learning are also available.
Selection Process • Individual Interview
Employment Opportunities
Students who do not go on to complete Certificate III may be eligible for employment in a range of factory, cleaning and agriculture jobs. Some culturally specific work may also be possible, depending on individual confidence.The Certificate IV in Further Education prepares students for tertiary study in Australian settings.
The Certificate IV in Job Seeking prepares students for work related training in English.
Further Study Options
The Certificate IV in Further Education prepares students for tertiary study in Australian settings.
Assessment
You will be assessed as part of this course.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of your current qualifications and prior learning: BRIT has processes to give you credit for relevant units from your prior study, and to assess your prior learning against units in a course.