GOTAFE (Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE)
1 Year
This foundational English language course supports pre-literate students from refugee and conflict backgrounds in developing basic literacy, numeracy, and classroom skills. It provides a culturally sensitive pathway for learners with interrupted education to begin their English language journey in Australia.
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, participants will be asked to undertake an English language assessment to determine their skill levels using the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The course is designed for pre-literate students, including those arriving from conflict zones and refugee camps. Students referred under the AMEP (Adult Migrant English Program) are eligible for free English classes. General stationery supplies (pens, pencils, rulers) are required.
The course comprises 6 core units covering: recognition of letters of the alphabet and their sounds in extremely familiar words; use of extremely familiar strategies to participate in learning; recognition and copying of extremely familiar words; participation in extremely familiar spoken exchanges; recognition, copying and use of numbers and money from 1 to 50; and recognition and use of extremely familiar digital devices. The curriculum focuses on basic decoding and encoding skills, handwriting development including copying and hand-eye coordination, recognition of common high-frequency function words and nouns to convey familiar personal information, and understanding of Australian classroom conventions such as punctuality and attendance.
GOTAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO 3094) delivering government-accredited courses with national recognition. The institution provides comprehensive support services including learning support, disability support, counselling, and culturally safe spaces for Koorie students. GOTAFE offers flexible delivery options across multiple campuses and has specialized experience supporting Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) participants with trauma-informed approaches.
Upon completion, participants can progress to further English language education through the Course in EAL (22637VIC), which develops initial-level English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in highly familiar contexts. Graduates may also access the Certificate III in EAL (Access) to consolidate their English language skills and prepare for further vocational education and employment opportunities. The foundational skills developed provide a pathway to greater participation in Australian community and workplace settings.
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