Core unit components
- (FSKLRG004) Use short and simple strategies for work-related learning
Elective unit components
- (FSKRDG002) Read and respond to short and simple workplace signs and symbols
- (FSKWTG002) Write short and simple workplace formatted texts
- (FSKOCM002) Engage in short and simple spoken exchanges at work
- (FSKNUM003) Use whole numbers and halves for work
- (FSKRDG004) Read and respond to short and simple workplace information
- (FSKNUM004) Use basic and familiar metric measurements for work
- (VU22344) Engage with short simple texts for learning purposes
- (FSKDIG001) Use digital technology for short and basic workplace tasks
- (FSKWTG003) Write short and simple workplace information
- (FSKNUM007) Use simple data for work
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 – Beginners course (FSK10119 Certificate I in Access 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 aimed at individuals who require significant foundational skills support in basic English in order to improve their career opportunities.
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 1; or
- Entry level digital technology and employability skills.
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:
- Vocabulary
- How to improve your spelling
- How to make short sentences
- How to read workplace information
- How to write basic workplace information
- Listening activities
- How to improve your oral communication and pronunciation
- How to use numeracy with whole numbers up to 1000 for maths and financial workplace situations
- How to read and respond to basic signs and symbols
- Grammar – using nouns and pronouns
- How to use simple digital technology
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
- Understanding common signs and symbols used in everyday life
- Able to read short stories
- Able to write short sentences
- Writing basic texts
- Using digital technology for basic workplace tasks
- More confident with their communication skills
At the end of the course, you will be issued a certificate in FSK10119 Certificate I in Access to Vocational Pathways, where competency has been achieved. You will gain skills to participate in further study in preparation for employment.
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:
- Writing
- Oral communication
- 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: $2,150
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 – Intermediate (FSK10219 Certificate I in Skills to Vocational Pathways) course.
