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TAFE South Australia is proud on its outstanding range of programs available to international students. You are able choose from more than 100 courses in a large spectrum of Bachelor, Advanced Diploma, Diploma and Certificate courses. TAFE South Australia qualifications are built and examined in consultation with universities and industry and have clearly defined pathways to further study at university. You will get a high quality education in an ideal study environment, with excellent career prospects once you have completed your study program.

Certificate IV in English Proficiency

  • Duration: 14 Weeks
  • Note: one year of study is equivalent to not less than 36 weeks of instruction.
  • Course Type: Accredited Course
  • Entry Requirements: If applying from overseas, an official IELTS score of 5.5 or 6.0 or equivalent is essential for admission to this course. 
     
  • Commencement Details: Course runs October to January.
  • Assessment Method Modules
    Module based assessment used such as tests, practicals.
  • Expected Employment Outcome Example: The Certificates in English Proficiency provide English language skills to those from a non English speaking background. These courses provide a graduated progression towards English language proficiency, covering the four macro skills of Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. In addition they provide vital knowledge and awareness of Australian cultural and societal attributes, issues and values in order to assist in a smooth transition to living in Australia. These courses may include preparation for further study, employment and career change. This can include supported work placements and vocational electives that allow students to experience components of other TAFE SA courses including Child Care, Aged Care, Food Processing and Hospitality. The Diploma of English Proficiency provides vocational and academic English language skills to overseas born professionals to enable them to apply for registration to practise in their chosen profession in Australia, and to students who wish to undertake further tertiary level studies. Note: Some VISA categories will not be eligible for this training.
  • Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.
  • Skills Covered:
    Orientation to advanced learning; speaking and listening; reading and writing; oral presentations; listening skills extension; advanced reading skills; advanced writing skills; understanding the media; communicating in the workplace; working as apart of a team; Australian language; and Australian studies.
  • Study Mode: Face to face in a classroom

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