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22637VIC

Course in EAL

Accredited course

The Course in EAL aims to help you to live independently in Australia. Practise reading, writing and speaking simple English words. Also learn to recognise numbers 50-100. If you have not had much schooling, this course is perfect for you.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Darling Downs and South West Wide Bay Burnett Central Queensland
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 06 Jan 2025 Duration: up to 3 years View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
AMEP Concession

Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

$0
SEE Concession

Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

$0
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$3,040

Course overview

During this course you will develop beginner skills in English speaking, listening, reading, writing and maths. 

You will develop your skills as a student, and learn how to: 

  • recognise and use Australian money
  • use basic reading and writing skills
  • work with numbers, time and dates
  • improve your spoken language skills

Course outcome:

Statement of Attainment

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all units listed below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • VU23494
    Use strategies to develop language learning with support
    UNIT CODE :
    VU23494
    Unit description :
  • UNIT NAME
  • Use strategies to develop language learning with support

  • UNIT CODE
  • VU23495
    Begin language learning with support
    UNIT CODE :
    VU23495
    Unit description :
  • UNIT NAME
  • Begin language learning with support

  • UNIT CODE
  • VU23496
    Communicate basic personal details and needs
    UNIT CODE :
    VU23496
    Unit description :
  • UNIT NAME
  • Communicate basic personal details and needs

  • UNIT CODE
  • VU23497
    Give and respond to short highly familiar information
    UNIT CODE :
    VU23497
    Unit description :
  • UNIT NAME
  • Give and respond to short highly familiar information

  • UNIT CODE
  • VU23498
    Read and write short highly familiar messages and forms
    UNIT CODE :
    VU23498
    Unit description :
  • UNIT NAME
  • Read and write short highly familiar messages and forms

  • UNIT CODE
  • VU23499
    Read and write short, highly familiar factual texts
    UNIT CODE :
    VU23499
    Unit description :
  • UNIT NAME
  • Read and write short, highly familiar factual texts

  • UNIT CODE
  • VU23577
    Recognise and use numbers and money from 50 to 100 for highly familiar activities
    UNIT CODE :
    VU23577
    Unit description :
  • UNIT NAME
  • Recognise and use numbers and money from 50 to 100 for highly familiar activities

  • UNIT CODE
  • VU23578
    Recognise and use time in highly familiar situations
    UNIT CODE :
    VU23578
    Unit description :
  • UNIT NAME
  • Recognise and use time in highly familiar situations
Ways to study
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

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  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Ipswich
On Campus
06 Jan 2025
up to 3 years
Full time up to 4 days per week
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Ipswich

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

06 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 years
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time up to 4 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Inala
On Campus
06 Jan 2025
Varies
Part time 2 nights per week
Monday, Wednesday
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Inala

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

06 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Varies
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 2 nights per week
Monday, Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Inala
On Campus
06 Jan 2025
up to 3 years
Full time up to 4 days per week
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Inala

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

06 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 years
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time up to 4 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Warwick
On Campus
06 Jan 2025
up to 3 years
Part time up to 2 days per week
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Warwick

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

06 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 years
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time up to 2 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Toowoomba
On Campus
06 Jan 2025
up to 3 years
Full time up to 4 days per week
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Toowoomba

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

06 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 years
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time up to 4 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Kingaroy
On Campus
06 Jan 2025
up to 3 years
Part time up to 3 days per week
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Kingaroy

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

06 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 years
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time up to 3 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Gladstone
On Campus
06 Jan 2025
up to 3 years
Part time up to 3 days per week
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Gladstone

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

06 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 years
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time up to 3 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Rockhampton
On Campus
06 Jan 2025
up to 3 years
Part time up to 3 days per week
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Rockhampton

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

06 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 years
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time up to 3 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Biloela
On Campus
06 Jan 2025
up to 3 years
Part time up to 2 days per week
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Biloela

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

06 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 years
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time up to 2 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • AMEP Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • SEE Concession: $0

    Fee concessions may apply to this government funded course for eligible students. Learn more

  • Full fee: $3,040

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Course in EAL (22637VIC)
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

Learn more
Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

Selection criteria

A pre-training interview is required with an appropriate ESL specialist teacher.

Entry to each EAL Course in / certificate must be determined according to the following criteria:

  • a participant’s current English language skills
    (The Listening and Speaking and Reading and Writing units in the Framework may provide the basis for initial assessment processes and placement of participants at the appropriate proficiency level)
    A learner’s suitability should be assessed against a suitable framework such as the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) or the International Second Language Proficiency Rating (ISLPR)
  • a participant’s prior formal education experience, both overseas and in Australia
  • any prior EAL learning
  • a participant’s learning and pathway needs including employability skills, literacies (digital and other literacies) and further educational and vocational training needs

Important information

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course.  Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.