Develop job search strategies and language skills for participating in the workplace
A jobseekers course for skilled migrants
This course is delivered in the afternoons over ten weeks and is designed to prepare qualified professionals seeking employment in their chosen profession to enter the Australian workforce. English for Employment is funded by the NSW Government and is free for eligible participants.
Human resource specialists and employers will provide sessions on the current expectations of finding work and career advice. They will also provide interactive workshops with an emphasis on English language support.
Students can obtain Statements of Attainment for modules within the Certificate IV in Spoken and Written English. This qualification is recognised throughout Australia.
Requirements
Migrants must have IELTS 5.5 to 6.0 or equivalent to qualify for this course.
Course Dates
- Date
- Monday 21 May to Friday 29 June 2012
- Time
- Monday to Friday, 1.00 pm to 6.15 pm including a short break
- Location
- UWSCollege Westmead campus
Building J, Ground Floor (room J.G.17)
158–160 Hawkesbury Road
Westmead 2145 NSW
- improving English language including pronunciation
- developing a greater awareness of workplace culture and trends in the Australian labour market
- finding your fit in your field of expertise
- developing a career portfolio including your resume and cover letter
- preparing strategies to identify employment opportunities
- preparing for the job interview
- career management
- marketing yourself effectively.
- be a permanent Australian resident
- have overseas qualifications
- be seeking work in their field of expertise
- have an IELTS score of 5.5–6.0 or equivalent.
You will also need to provide the following documents:
- current visa page of your passport
- your qualifications (English Translations)
- IELTS Test Report Form or equivalent
This course takes place at:
UWSCollege Westmead campusBuilding J, Level 2
158 Hawkesbury Road
Westmead NSW 2145
English for Employment is funded by the NSW Government and delivered in partnership with the NSW Adult Migrant English Service (NSW AMES) and UWSCollege.
For further information, please contact the Professional and Community Programs unit at UWSCollege.
Freecall: 1800 222 423
Ph: (02) 9685 9713
Email: skillmax@uws.edu.au
