Adult learners participating in an online English language class

Learn the fundamentals of English with our English language short courses online!

Welcome to your Beginner English course, a comprehensive course designed to help you speak, listen, write, and understand English more effectively.

Through interactive Zoom sessions with activities, discussions, and practical exercises, you will enhance your reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities. Improve your conversational skills, understand Australian culture, and communicate more confidently in everyday situations. This course is perfect for adults with a foundational grasp of English and basic vocabulary, aiming to grow their essential language skills for personal or professional growth.

Learning Outcomes

  • Speak, listen, read, and write with improved confidence and vocabulary
  • Understand English grammar, idioms, and everyday expressions
  • Gain cultural awareness of Australian society and communication styles

Course Content

  • English language essentials and goal setting
  • Conversational English, idioms, and vocabulary building
  • Grammar, sentence structure, and numerical concepts
  • Comprehension through reading and listening activities
  • Writing emails, letters, and other forms of communication
  • Insights into Australian culture and society

Schedule & Delivery

  • Course delivered fully online via Zoom
  • Live virtual classes with active participation required
  • Zoom details and materials provided upon enrolment

Course Materials

  • All materials provided by instructors
  • Recommended: Dictionary, pen, notebook, and display folder

Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of the English alphabet and vocabulary
  • Completion of introductory course recommended but not required

Certificate of Completion

  • Available for students with 80% attendance or more
  • A valuable addition to your resume

Special Offer

  • Enrol in 3 English language courses and automatically receive 15% off

Course Pathways

  • Begin with Beginner English, then explore Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, and advanced electives such as Business English or IELTS Preparation

Details
2 hours 30 minutes

You will learn

  • Speak, listen, read, and write with clarity and confidence
  • Expand vocabulary and understand everyday idioms and grammar
  • Navigate Australian culture and social communication

You will get

  • Certificate of Completion with 80% attendance
  • All course materials provided by instructor
  • Improved job and communication prospects

Appropriate for

Anyone learning English as a second language, professionals seeking to enhance English skills, and students aiming to build confidence in English communication.


Preparation

What to bring

  • Notebook and pen for note-taking and exercises
  • English dictionary (recommended)
  • A4 display folder to store worksheets

What to wear


Your Teacher
Sydney Community College

Sydney Community College

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Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors

The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.

We do this by:

  • Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
  • Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
  • Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
  • Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
  • Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.

Terms

Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

You’re welcome to send someone in your place.

OR

  • A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.

Terms & Conditions

At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.  

At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.

That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably.  Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:

Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

 Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued.  If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.

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