The LifeSkills program is for students who wish to continue their learning in a small supportive environment. The curriculum addresses the need for ongoing skill development in reading, writing and numeracy. In addition, there is a focus on ensuring that student’s educational gaps are met as well as providing the skills necessary for independent living, community participation, and further education / training options.
- Classes are held every Monday during school terms.
- Class times 10:00am - 2:30pm.
- Students who participate in this program complete the below certificate.
22555VIC Certificate I in Initial Adult Literacy and Numeracy
This certificate is intended to support the development of simple literacy and numeracy skills for students with intellectual disabilities.
The course supports learners with significant cognitive disabilities or impairments to develop beginning skills in reading, writing and numeracy. These skills facilitate the learner’s ability and confidence to participate in the community.
Course Structure
Successful completion of 22555VIC Certificate I in Initial Adult Literacy and Numeracy requires successful completion of 11 units. The combination is made up from the selection of units below as decided by tutors.
VU22904 Recognise and use time
VU22907 Read simple phrases
VU22908 Write simple phrases
VU22109 Complete forms
VU22910 Read simple sentences
VU22911 Write simple sentences
VU22912 Communicate orally using simple sentences
VU22109 Complete forms
VU22913 Give and follow simple directions
VU22099 Recognise and interpret safety signs and symbols
VU22914 Recognise and use simple fractions
VU22915 Count and use numbers up to 100
VU22920 Use simple multiples up to 1000
VU22921 Use coins and notes
VU22922 Use simple addition skills
VU22923 Use simple subtraction skills
Delivery Options
1 day per week over 2 years during school term. Students can commence at any time during the year.
Course Requirements
This accredited course is restricted to post compulsory school age learners with evidence of a permanent cognitive impairment / intellectual disability. There are no course pre-requisites as this course is at foundation level.
Pre-Training Review
Part of the enrolment process, Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley must conduct a Pre-Training Review of current competencies. The Pre-Training Review will:
a) identify any competencies previously acquired (Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), or Credit Transfer);
b) ascertain the most appropriate qualification for each student to enrol in,
c) ascertain that the proposed learning strategies and materials are appropriate for each student
d) ascertain current learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy skills. An important component of the pre training review process encompasses each student completing an Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) assessment. The (ACSF) assessment enables Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley to identify the student’s core skill level in the areas of Learning, Reading, Writing, Oral communication and Numeracy.
The Pre-Training Review will ascertain if this course is suitable for you.
Training and Assessment
For the successful completion of this course, we require students to attend classes regularly. Classes are delivered by a qualified tutor in a face to face classroom setting. Students must complete a series of assessment tasks to a satisfactory level to be deemed competent in each unit. These tasks may take the form of work sheets, projects, computer activities etc. which will be completed in the classroom. Support is provided to assist students to complete these tasks. Please refer to RTO-Support Services Policy in the Student Handbook.
Special Consideration in Assessment
We offer flexible scheduling in training and assessment and are able to extend assessment timeframes to meet student’s needs. Assistance when undertaking assessment is available by providing oral or scribe services.
Eligibility for Government Funding
To be eligible for government funding an individual must meet Skills First requirements as follows:
a) An individual must be:
i) an Australian citizen; or
ii) a holder of a permanent visa; or
iii) a New Zealand citizen;
b) An individual must not be;
i) the holder of a qualification issued by an Australian higher education provider that is at AQF level 5 (Diploma) or higher
ii) enrolled in the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Skills for Education and Employment’ program and
iii) not attending school.
Please note government funding is only available for up to two government subsidised courses in a calendar year.
Course Fees
Please note fees represent amount payable for one calendar year and as your course exceeds more than one year, new fees will be payable each year. At the end of the calendar year you will be informed of your financial commitment for the coming year and you will have the option to cease your studies if you choose.
Please refer to the Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley Fees and Charges.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
If you require further information or wish to apply for a place in this course you must contact Avenue Neighbourhood House @ Eley on 9808 2000
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