Australian Spoken English and Pronunciation – Advanced

Accredited units

  • (SWEELD001) Engage in and listen to basic spoken dialogues

Non-accredited units

  • (CSO202081) Pronunciation for informal exchanges
  • (CSO202015) Received Pronunciation – Advanced
  • (CSO202104) Pronunciation for presentations

Course Overview

Do you need to improve your Spoken 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. Our English course is designed to enhance your workplace communication skills and refine your everyday Australian pronunciation.

If you find yourself shying away from speaking in formal or informal situations because you lack confidence in pronunciation this course is for you. Join the class for a fun and interactive experience whilst learning key language skills.

The Australian Spoken English and Pronunciation – Advanced level is designed for people who have mastered fluency in speaking English but sometimes struggle to understand Australian pronunciation, idioms and slang. Whilst there are many variations of the Australian accent, our course has a focus on mastering the standard Australian accent commonly heard in Sydney city.

Learn how to use and understand typical Australian phrases in a supportive and encouraging environment and so that you can present yourself with more confidence at work or social situations.

The Australian Spoken English and Pronunciation – Advanced course is suitable for people who:

  • Have a slight foreign accent
  • Are not familiar with a range of Australian vowel sounds
  • Want to further explore symbols that are used as phonemic transcription of Australian English

At this Advanced level, you will learn about complex rules and patterns of Australian English pronunciation. Your lessons will concentrate on practical workplace conversations that incorporate Australian idioms and routine presentation done in standard Australian accent.

Discover the art of sentence stress, speech connection, and effective use of intonation. Our expert guidance will assist you in reducing your accent and identifying key areas for improvement. We’ll equip you with the skills to comprehend and communicate effectively in everyday conversations and workplace scenarios, ensuring you can better grasp what Australians are saying.

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!

Learn more about this course

What you will learn

Course outline

In this Australian Spoken English and Pronunciation – Advanced course you will learn:

  • Complex rules and patterns of Australian pronunciation
  • Australian vowel and consonants
  • Australian Phonetics
  • An extensive range of Australian idioms
  • Variety of Australian slang
  • Australian sentence stress
  • Australian intonation

Course outcome

By the end of the course you will have mastered having a conversation whilst fine tuning your best Australian accent. You will be more familiar with common Australian slang and idioms. You will be more confident in speaking with and understanding Australians in everyday situations.

At the end of the course, you will be issued a Statement of Attainment for the units where competency has been achieved.

What is involved

Time commitment

The course will encompass online ZOOM sessions in addition to self-paced home study.

Assessment

Assessment (including recognition of prior learning) must:

  • Meet the requirements of the relevant unit of competency, 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:

  • Assessment methods include written and oral tasks, practical tasks and observation by the assessor. You will be informed when assessments are to take place.

What you need to know

Entry requirements

An appropriate level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills are required to enrol in this course. Macquarie Community College may conduct an LLN assessment as part of the pre enrolment process.

Students in this course will be required to have English communication skills at the upper intermediate level or above.

What you need to provide

  • All course material is provided and inclusive with course fees
  • Notepad and pen

Fees and government subsidies

The NSW Government’s Adult and Community Education (ACE) Program provides affordable, local training and education to NSW communities. Under the ACE program, participants, employers, delivery partners and providers and the government collaborate to improve learning outcomes for learners and meet community training needs.
The ACE Program will also offer support to small business owners and their staff by providing fully subsidised accredited and non-accredited training in targeted courses in information technology, business services or foundation skills.
*Eligibility criteria apply. This training is fully 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.

  • Eligible for Subsidised Training: Fee-Free
  • Not Eligible for Subsidised Training: Price on Application

If you're a prospective student, employer or service provider please visit: https://www.macquarie.nsw.edu.au/adult-and-community-education/for more information where you will find everything you need to know about the ACE program before you enrol.
Contact us today or call on 1300 845 888 to check your eligibility.

What you can do next

Study pathway

After completing this study, you can complete FSK20119 Certificate II Skills for Vocational Pathways.



Class details

RTO 90033
Start Date17 October 2024
End Date05 December 2024
DaysThu
Time6.00pm - 8.00pm
TutorSusan Baker
Location Online Zoom Class

Fees & Government Subsidies

At Macquarie Community College, we create and provide affordable and inclusive learning opportunities that meet the needs of individuals, organisations and communities.

Given the broad range of accredited and non-accredited programs offered by the College the fees and subsidies will vary depending on the course.

Fee for Service Courses 

Courses available on a fee-for-service basis will have the price clearly indicated within the class details. Additional fee information may also be found in the ‘’what you need to provide’’ section of the course details.

Funded Courses

Macquarie Community College delivers NSW government subsidised training, including training under the Smart and Skilled and Adult and Community Education (ACE) programs.

To access government subsidised training, including fee exemptions or concessions, you must meet the following criteria:

  • aged 15 years or older
  • no longer be at school
  • living or working in NSW
  • Australian OR New Zealand Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident OR a Humanitarian Visa Holder, OR a Partner Visa Holder whose sponsor is a current or past Humanitarian Visa Holder

When you enrol in a NSW government subsidised course you will be required to pay the Smart and Skilled student fee unless you qualify for a fee exemption.

For further information on NSW government subsidies visit the below funding pages.

Adult and Community Education 

Smart and Skilled 

Traineeships

NSW Fee Free Training 

Credit Transfer

Am I Eligible for Credit Transfers?

Credit Transfer (CT) is granted as a result of identifying learning outcomes already achieved through formal training. Credit outcomes may allow for entry into a qualification and/or provide credit towards the qualification. Credit Transfer given may reduce the time required for you to achieve the qualification.

To apply for Credit Transfer you will need to provide original or certified copies of certificates previously attained through formal training prior to completing the enrolment process.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is granted as a result of identifying and assessing previous and current informal education and training, work experience and/or life experience and knowledge. Previous learning and the evidence supplied is measured against pre-determined performance standards contained within the Units of Competency.

To apply for recognition of prior learning you should indicate your decision to apply for recognition as soon as possible after enrolment and the induction program.

We will be happy to provide you with an RPL kit after speaking directly with you to ensure you understand the requirements of this process.

Delivery Mode

To meet the needs of our students Macquarie Community College balances delivery and engagement across permanent, regular and temporary delivery sites and offer face-to-face, remote zoom classes and self-paced learning options.

Ways to Study

  • On campus

Our college campus locations are:

    • Blacktown
    • Chatswood
    • Carlingford
    • Epping
    • Ryde
    • Mt Druitt
  • Virtual classroom
  • Complete workplace training
  • Combine ways to study

FAQ

How you got questions? Please see our comprehensive FAQ page for everything you need to know about Macquarie Community College, our policies, student support, application and enrolment procedures.

How to Apply

Step 1 - Apply

  • Select your preferred course and class
  • Review course and fee subsidy requirements to check your eligibility
  • If you need help contact us via livechat or via contact us form
  • Click Apply now

Step 2 - Assessment / Enrolment

  • We will assess your application and make contact within 2 business days
  • You will be asked to complete a language, literacy & numeracy assessment
  • Complete enrolment form
  • Provide all required evidence and/or documents

Step 3 - Start Learning

Following submitting your enrolment form and documents you will receive:

  • An enrolment confirmation
  • Tax invoice / payment plan details (if relevant)
  • A course reminder prior to your classes starting
  • A Zoom link (Online Zoom classes only)
  • A student login to your learning portal if relevant