English for Childcare

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ENGLISH FOR CHILDCARE

The Shafston College – English for Childcare [CRICOS 106241B] course is designed to prepare international students for study in early childhood education and care.  The course aims to develop English language skills in childcare-related fields. The course focuses on the development of English language skills, test preparation skills and the application of language in practical childcare-related contexts.

Course Name English for Childcare
CRICOS Code 106241B
Location Brisbane and Gold Coast*
Mode of Study 20 hours per week Face-to-face classroom delivery
Key Dates Set start dates
Entry Requirements Pre-test required (optional Off-shore test; compulsory Orientation Placement Test)
Level of proficiency (Intermediate+ / B2)
Duration 14 weeks
Course Content Academic English and Childcare-specific language required to study in a vocational education and training pathway Early Childhood Education Childcare course
Key Points
  • Curriculum and learning resources designed to prepare students to articulate into the Shafston VET Cert III in ECE [CRICOS 106049B]
  • Weekly in-class summative progress assessment
  • Progress reports issued regularly
*Subject to numbers and availability

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