Certificate III in EAL (Access)

Program Overview

The Certificate III in EAL (Access) enhances English language skills for further education, employment, and community needs. It covers speaking, listening, reading, writing, and knowledge related to Australian education, training, and work environments. Students complete eight units, including core, language skills, and general electives, to develop a learning plan, engage in conversations, read and write various texts, and explore environmental and health issues.

Program Outline

Outline:

Program Content:

The Certificate III in EAL (Access) is designed to enhance English language skills for further education, training, employment, and community needs. It covers speaking, listening, reading, and writing, along with knowledge and skills related to Australian education, training, and work environments.

Program Structure:

To complete the program, students must complete eight (8) units:

• One core unit
• One Speaking and Listening unit
• One Reading and Writing unit
• Two language skills units
• Three general elective units

Individual Modules with Descriptions:

Core Unit:

• Develop and Document a Learning Plan and Portfolio: This unit focuses on developing and documenting a learning plan and portfolio to track progress and identify areas for improvement.

Speaking and Listening Units:

• Give and Respond to a Range of Straightforward Information and Instructions: This unit develops skills in understanding and responding to spoken information and instructions in various contexts.

Reading and Writing Skills:

• Read and Write Straightforward Informational and Instructional Texts: This unit enhances reading and writing skills for understanding and producing straightforward informational and instructional texts.

Language Skills:

• Read and Write Straightforward Descriptive and Narrative Texts: This unit develops skills in reading and writing descriptive and narrative texts.
• Engage in Casual Conversations and Straightforward Spoken Transactions: This unit focuses on engaging in casual conversations and participating in straightforward spoken transactions.

General Electives:

• Investigate Issues in the Australian Environment: This unit explores environmental issues in Australia and develops skills in researching and presenting findings.
• Undertake a Simple Investigation of Health and Wellbeing: This unit examines health and wellbeing concepts and develops skills in conducting simple investigations.
• Implement and Review a Project: This unit provides experience in planning, implementing, and reviewing a project.
• Produce Simple Word Processed Documents: This unit develops skills in using word processing software to create simple documents.

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Sales assistant
• Apprentice
• Office junior