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    Pathways to Professional English Program – English as an Additional Language Courses

    Pathways to Professional English Program (PPEP) is designed specifically for professionals, customer services staff, and university students seeking to elevate their language proficiency. This comprehensive course has been carefully curated to cater to the diverse needs of individuals striving for excellence in their study and work environments.

    In this program, we aim to empower you with essential language skills that will propel your career and academic pursuits to new heights. Whether you are a seasoned professional looking to enhance your communication prowess, a customer services representative eager to deliver exceptional service, or a university student seeking to excel in presentations and written assignments, this course is tailored for you.

    What will I learn?

    • Powerful Presentations:

    Take your presentation skills to the next level. Learn how to engage your audience, express your ideas clearly, and deliver impactful speeches confidently. Whether it's presenting in class, at meetings, or during work-related events, the course will help you shine in front of any audience.

    • Clear Communication & Pronunciation:

    Develop clear and effective communication through proper pronunciation and vocabulary usage. This module focuses on reducing common pronunciation errors and boosting your ability to convey your thoughts accurately. You'll gain the skills to interact more confidently in various social and professional settings.

    • Grammar & Writing Advancement:

    Enhance your grammar and writing abilities to express yourself more proficiently. This module refines your understanding of sentence structures, verb tenses, and common writing conventions. Whether it's writing emails, reports, or essays, you'll learn to communicate with greater clarity and coherence

     

    How will I learn?

    The course will be offered:

    • Classroom-based learning, where the student attends AMES Campus’ with a Teacher/Trainer present
    • Online Learning, where you study remotely off campus via MS Teams, using training materials that are provided online or correspondence by the Teacher/Trainer

    Timetable

    2 Evenings/week – 5.30pm to 8.00pm

    or

    Saturday – 9.00am to 2.30pm

     

     

    • Courses and Units

      22488VIC Certificate II in EAL (Employment)

      Nominal Hours

      VU22358 Develop learning goals

      20

      VU22628 Participate in simple conversations and transactions for employment

      80

      VU22629 Read and write simple texts for employment

      80

      VU22630 Observe and report on activities in a workplace

      50

      VU22631 Prepare to work effectively in an Australian workplace

      50
      Electives

       

      VU22117 Develop job interview skills

      20

      VU22608 Explore transport options

      50

      BSBITU201 Produce simple word processed documents

      60

      Total course hours

      410

       

      22485VIC Certificate II in EAL (Access)

      Nominal Hours

      VU22358 Develop learning goals

      20
      Speaking and Listening

       

      VU22601 Participate in simple conversations and transactions

      80
      Reading and Writing

       

      VU22604 Read and write simple instructional and informational texts

      80
      Language Skills

       

      VU22602 Give and respond to simple spoken information and directions

      80

      VU22603 Read and write simple personal communications and transactional texts

      80
      Electives

       

      VU22385 Plan and undertake a project

      30

      VU22606 Access the internet and email to develop language

      50

      BSBITU201 Produce simple word processed documents

      60

      Total course hours

      480

    What further education can I do after completing this course?

    Eligibility

    Based on interviews where your language level will be assessed. Applicants must be 18 years of age and above and reside in Victoria.

    Course duration

    6 to 12 months

    Course dates

    New course starts on 2 Oct 2023. Ongoing intake throughout the year.

    Locations

    Costs

    The fee is determined by your eligibility for Government funding. To check your eligibility for a concession fee, contact AMES Australia.

    Click here for more information on applicable fees.

    How to Enrol

    Enquire to find out:

    • course dates
    • your eligibility
    • cost
    • arrange a time to have your English level assessed

    The course will be run subject to enrolment numbers.

    Register Interest

     

    This course can be taken under the Government Subsidised Funding Programs below:

    Skills First