Nationally recognised language qualifications focused on real-world communication and cultural understanding.
The Certificates II and III in Applied Language aim to provide students with the language skills and cultural knowledge to enable them to communicate in social and workplace situations in a language other than English. These are nationally accredited qualifications that can be used on resumes, when applying for jobs and as tangible evidence of a student’s hard work and achievements in their language studies in secondary school.
Students develop the skills to speak spontaneously and without scripting, and become familiar with a range of text-types for reading and writing, preparing them for use of language at higher levels of study, for travel, in the workplace and in their personal lives.
There is an emphasis on the importance of culturally-appropriate interactions, with students learning to understand cultural differences, similarities, expectations, customs, and appropriateness of behaviour and language use. This intercultural sensitivity and capacity to function in environments where there is a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds is recognised by employers and is an asset in all workplaces in Australia.
The VET Applied Language qualifications have an authentic, communicative focus. Students learn to use the language to communicate effectively in ways that can be transferred into a range of real-life settings. The tasks involved require students to be able to engage in simple interactions both in social contexts and in the workplace. The qualification supports students to build confidence and capacity in language, to develop fluency and to communicate in spontaneous ways.
The Certificates in Applied Language can be adapted to any language. Examples are listed below, but we welcome enquiries about other languages as well. The year level and duration of a program in a school is flexible depending on student language level and previous experiences, and the number of allocated classroom hours.
Depending on the qualification and electives selected, students may engage in:
Students take part in role-plays and unscripted discussions that reflect real social situations, such as meeting new people, making plans and giving advice.
Students read and write culturally appropriate texts such as social media posts, invitations, messages and blog entries, producing original written work.
Students read and write culturally appropriate texts such as social media posts, invitations, messages and blog entries, producing original written work.
Students interpret and respond to workplace documents such as emails, memos and instructions, producing texts that follow expected formats and cultural conventions.
Students practise culturally appropriate gestures, expressions and behaviours in social and workplace scenarios, building awareness of cultural differences and expectations.
Students respond spontaneously in simulations that mirror real-world social and workplace contexts, building fluency and confidence without scripting.
Whether you are setting up a VET program for the first time or looking to expand what you already offer, we would love to have a conversation. Our team takes the time to understand your school before making any recommendations.
