Certificate IV in EAL (Further Study)

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Course Objective

Certificate IV in EAL (Further Study) focuses on the combination of leading English-language speaking, writing, including digital literacy skills and reading, access a range of further study including higher education. Also, individuals who may already achieve or partly finished higher education, those who wish to improve their qualifications and those individuals hoping to enter higher level qualification for the first time. This course aims to establish communication and research skills and knowledge at a complex level. The outcome is made to support individuals who will use their existing skill and knowledge in the working environment to get access to continuous training to support employment and participate in the English-speaking community.

Course Duration

·         2 x 7-hour face to face classes per week over 28 weeks. In this part of the program learners are required to attend instruction as part of their learning process

·         Required and mandatory hours of Self-study/ independent learning/ research and reflection hours per week, where learners are required to reflect and carry on further study, (6 hours for international learners), (Please see delivery and assessment). A trainer is present for assistance for all sessions.

·         Learners will be given suitable class time to work on projects and to be assessed by qualified KIA assessors. Assessments will take place both during class time and by a facilitator/assessor after each unit is completed.

·         Program structure: For further information about the schedule please refer to the 22258VIC Certificate IV in EAL (Further Study) Training Plan.

Course Requirements

·         Be 18 years and above;

·         Have satisfactorily completed a minimum of year 12 or equivalent (international equivalent), (special assessments and circumstances may apply for entry)

To make sure an appropriate learning opportunity, learners would need to demonstrate a capacity to undertake study at a Certificate IV level; this can be demonstrated via the following:

·         Successful completion of Year 12 or the (international equivalent) level of study or mature aged entry.

·         The learner needs to have English proficiency level equivalent to ISLPR level 2+/3. It is demonstrated by 5/5.5 bands in IELTS or equivalent English language test.

Entry for the course is determined by Using pre-course English language assessment for Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing competencies within the Framework an assessment is made to determine applicant’s appropriate course placement as per their level of proficiency in the English language. Applicant’s learning and pathway building needs are also considered.

Why Kensington Institute Australia?

Kensington Institute of Australia intends to give conducive learning place wherein students who take our courses will have the capacity to interface with academic content: reading, writing, listening, speaking; demonstrate ability to think critically; utilise information and demonstrate behavior and attitude appropriate to a university environment.