Certificate I in Initial Adult Literacy and Numeracy
ObjectivesThis course is suitable for adults studying entry level literacy and numeracy, with little or no formal literacy and/or numeracy skills, an intellectual or learning disability, or those with communication impairments.
Entry requirementsThere are no prerequisites for this certificate. Other Entry Requirements Selection is based on assessment interviews.
Academic titleCertificate I in Initial Adult Literacy and Numeracy
Course descriptionKey Study Areas
Topics covered in the Certificate I in Initial Adult Literacy & Numeracy include:
* Phrases and simple sentences
* General communication in phrases and sentences
* Initial addition and subtraction
* Basic addition and subtraction
* Simple metric measurement (weight, liquid and linear)
The course ensures that people with disabilities have equal opportunity to access education.
Where • Bendigo (City Campus)
Duration Options
Both literacy and numeracy courses are delivered part time in the classroom (1 or 2 classes a week). Classes commence in February and continue for 32 weeks until November (a total of 80 hours).
Selection Process • Individual Interview
Employment Opportunities
Literacy and numeracy skills will assist you to seek and gain employment.
Further Study Options
Further opportunities for study include Certificates in General Education for Adults, Certificates in Spoken and Written English and Certificates in Work Education.
Assessment
You will be assessed as part of this course.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of your current qualifications and prior learning: BRIT has processes to give you credit for relevant units from your prior study, and to assess your prior learning against units in a course.