Overview
Master the basics of the English language for daily use, with the Certificate I in EAL (Access) 22638VIC at Victoria University.
This English course is designed for adults learning English as an additional language.
You'll develop English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills to prepare for further education and employment.
Through this course, you can develop the skills to:
- read and write basic messages
- read and complete short forms
- recognise and use numbers and Australian money
- find health and medical information
- use basic digital technology.
Be part of the Western Melbourne English Program
This certificate is part of the Western Melbourne English Program (WMEP). Find out more about the WMEP program and its support services.
Get learning advice
Achieve your full potential with our Learning Hubs, which help you develop your confidence, academic ability, and study skills.
Benefit from in-person mentoring and study sessions, along with a range of digital learning modules that you can access anytime.
Get help from our online, 24/7 support service to polish your assignments before you submit, and receive guidance on writing, referencing, maths and more.
Need some advice?
Request a call back from one of our experienced VUHQ course advisers to get your questions answered.
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Careers
Studying English at Victoria University can help you prepare for future studies and apply for work.
This course will improve your English skills, learning skills, and your confidence.
Studying this course will help you access further certificates in English, certificate II qualifications, other training or work opportunities.
Nationally recognised training
This course is nationally recognised training.
Course structure
To be awarded the 22638VIC Certificate I in EAL (Access), 8 units must be completed consisting of:
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1 Core unit
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1 Speaking and Listening Elective unit
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1 Reading and Writing Elective unit
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2 Language Skills Elective units that have not been previously completed from:
- this qualification
- the Course in EAL, and/or Certificate II qualifications in this EAL Framework
- 3 General Electives which have been selected from:
- General Electives listed in this qualification
- General Electives listed in the Certificate II qualifications in this EAL Framework
- units that are first packaged in AQF level 1 and 2 qualifications in other accredited courses and/or endorsed training packages.
Course structure and units
VU Polytechnic delivers the electives listed in the ‘course structure and units’ below. These electives have been selected based on industry needs, graduate pathways and/or student and teacher feedback. Alternative suitable electives are only available via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT).
Adult delivery
Core units
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- Unit code
- VU23500
Elective units
Speaking and Listening Elective
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- Unit code
- VU23501
Reading and Writing Elective
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- Unit code
- VU23503
Language Skills Electives
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- Unit code
- VU23502
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- Unit code
- VU23504
General Electives
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- Unit code
- VU23556
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- Unit code
- VU23558
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- Unit code
- VU23568
Youth delivery
Core units
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- Unit code
- VU23500
Elective units
Speaking and Listening Elective
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- Unit code
- VU23501
Reading and Writing Elective
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- Unit code
- VU23503
Language Skills Electives
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- Unit code
- VU23502
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- Unit code
- VU23504
General Electives
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- Unit code
- VU23235
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- Unit code
- VU23556
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- Unit code
- VU23568
Learning outcomes
The 22638VIC Certificate I in EAL (Access) focuses on the development of English language speaking, listening, reading and writing skills directly related to immediate personal and social needs and also includes the development of relevant social, settlement and numeracy skills and knowledge. The purpose of this qualification is preparation for participation in further English language study or vocational training which may include English language support or employment. The course is intended to provide participants with the following education outcomes:
* features and conventions of short and simple written and spoken texts
* simple writing conventions for example in short and simple messages and forms
* simple text structures
* simple grammatical structures.
Fees & scholarships
Fee type for this course: VET
Fee type definitions
The amount you pay for your course depends on whether you’re offered a government subsidised place or a full fee-paying place.
Students who enrol in a:
- government subsidised place pay subsidised tuition fees (the government contributes the rest), and may be required to pay a Student Services and Amenities Fee along with any material fees
- full fee-paying place pay the full fee tuition rate (which includes Student Services and Amenities Fee and any material fees).
Calculate your VET course fees.
Find out more about:
- the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF)
- ways to pay your fees
- important fee dates
- how to apply for a VE/TAFE refund
Scholarships & assistance
Apply for a scholarship to help with your study costs.
We can help with fee assistance and advice.
Admission & pathways
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.
If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs.
Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.
Entry requirements
All applicants are required to complete:
* Interview
* Pre-training Review (PTR)
* Literacy and numeracy assessment
The results from this process are used to determine the correct course level for each applicant.
Pathways from VU courses
There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.
Find out more about pathways and credits.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Use our credit calculator to find out how much credit you could get towards your course, based on your previous study.
You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.
Call us on 1300 TAFE VP (1300 823 387) to discuss RPL options with the course manager.
How to apply
Prior to enrolment, all applicants will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment to assist with determining eligibility and to identify learning support needs.
Available start dates:
- 3 February 2025
Before you apply
Before starting your application, please read through the step-by-step VU Polytechnic application process to make sure you have all the necessary documents and information ready to successfully complete your application.
Before applying, you should consider whether you also want to apply for:
- Credit transfer/Recognition of prior learning (RPL): If you have significant experience or studies elsewhere you may be eligible for credit for some units of your course and not have to undertake them.
Apply direct to VU
Direct applications are due on 17 April 2025 for our next intake which starts on 3 February 2025.
Already a VU student?
If you are already a VU student, apply direct to VU using our Admissions centre to transfer into this course. Remember it’s best to be accepted into your new course before withdrawing from your current one.
After you apply
- It’s important to check for emails from us (which may go to your spam/junk folder).
- Complete any requests for information by the given dates, otherwise your application may not be considered
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Get help
- Visit a student service centre
- 1300 VIC UNI (1300 842 864)
- Request a call back
- Visit the glossary
Please note that if changes to this course occur, VU will notify students as soon as possible.
At Victoria University, we aim to display accurate and complete course information online. However, we are unable to guarantee that every course change is currently displayed. You may contact the University directly on +61 3 9919 6100 to confirm the most up-to-date course fees, pathways and credit transfer, recognition of prior learning, admission and enrolment procedures, examinations and services available to our students.
