Core unit components
- (FSKLRG008) Use simple strategies for work-related learning
Elective unit components
- (FSKLRG005) Use strategies to plan simple workplace tasks
- (FSKOCM003) Participate in familiar spoken interactions at work
- (FSKWTG005) Write simple workplace formatted texts
- (VU22376) Access the internet for language learning
- (VU22374) Develop verbal communication skills
- (FSKDIG002) Use digital technology for routine and simple workplace tasks
- (FSKRDG006) Read and respond to simple informal workplace texts
- (FSKWTG006) Write simple workplace information
- (FSKNUM009) Use familiar and simple metric measurements for work
- (FSKRDG007) Read and respond to simple workplace information
Course Overview
Do you need to improve your English for work and study? Macquarie Community College is a leading provider of English teaching offering you an inclusive and supportive environment in which to learn.
This English for Work and Study – Intermediate course (FSK10219 Certificate I in Skills to Vocational Pathways) will assist you with learning strategies, workplace reading and writing, numeracy, oral communication and digital literacy. Join the class for a fun and interactive experience whilst learning key skills.
This course is designed for individuals who need English skills to improve their career opportunities, to prepare for a career pathway qualification or further English foundation skills development.
It is suitable for individuals who require:
- A career pathway, career preparation to employment or career training
- Reading, writing, numeracy, oral communication and learning skills at Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Level 2
- Entry level digital technology and employability skills
- Education, training and employment goals.
Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond, and Ryde. Enrol now!
What you will learn
Course outline
In this course you will learn:
- How to identify work related learning goals
- How to read basic workplace information
- How to respond to workplace instructions
- How to write basic workplace information and informal texts
- Basic spoken interactions at work
- How to use digital technology for basic workplace tasks
- How to use simple fractions, decimals and percentages for work
- How to measure, interpret and estimate quantities
- How to use strategies to respond to basic workplace problems
- How to improve your pronunciation and grammar
After completing this course, students may be able to study further Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) courses and build on their English skills for personal and work purposes.
Course outcome
By the end of this course, the student will be:
- Using new words in conversations
- Able to have simple workplace interactions
- Able to write simple workplace information and text
- More confident with their communication skills
- Able to use simple fractions, decimals, percentages, and be able to measure, interpret and estimate quantities
- Able to use basic grammar
- More confident in pronouncing English words
At the end of the course, you will be issued a certificate in FSK10219 Certificate I in Skills to Vocational Pathways, where competency has been achieved.
What is involved
Time commitment
This course will include both classroom based sessions and home study.
Assessment
Assessment (including recognition of prior learning) must:
- Meet the requirements of the relevant training package or accredited course, and
- Be conducted in accordance with the principles of assessment and the rules of evidence, and
- Meet workplace and, where relevant, regulatory requirements.
For this course assessment will entail the following:
- Written
- Oral
- Numeracy
- Grammar
- Reading
- Listening
What you need to know
Entry requirements
Prerequisite: Essential
An appropriate level of language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills is required to enrol in this course. Macquarie Community College may conduct an LLN assessment as part of the pre enrolment process.
Prerequisite: Desirable
The student should be able to write basic English words and make short sentences.
What you need to provide
- All course material is provided and inclusive with course fees
- Notepad and pen
For remote learning online Zoom classes students will need a stable internet connection on computer or laptop to participate.
Fees and government subsidies
Smart and Skilled provides government-subsidised training and higher-level courses to help you get skills to find a job and advance your career.
If you're a prospective student, please visit: https://www.macquarie.nsw.edu.au/smart-and-skilled/ where you will find everything you need to know about the Smart and Skilled program before you enrol.
*Eligibility criteria apply. This training is subsidised by the NSW Government, and as a result your fee is determined through Training Services NSW formal eligibility criteria.
Students will need to supply the required evidence in accord with the requirements of Smart and Skilled eligibility.
Not eligible for Subsidised Training: $2,940
Contact us today or call on 1300 845 888 to check your eligibility.
What you can do next
Study pathway
After completing this course, you can study the English for Work and Study – Advanced (FSK20119 Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways) course.
