Literacy & Numeracy

Foundation skills underpin the productivity of our workforce and are instrumental in ensuring workers have the ability to use educational pathways and upskill.

The Foundation Skills program at Tauondi Aboriginal College equips Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders learners with essential skills to enter the workforce or pursue further vocational education and training. We focus on strengthening employability skills and foundational language, literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy (LLND) competencies, supporting participants succeed in a rapidly evolving workplace.

In an increasingly digital world, we recognise the importance of digital literacy in all areas of life and work. By incorporating digital literacy development, we ensure that learners gain confidence and competence with technology, empowering them to navigate digital platforms, communicate effectively online, and adapt to technological advancements.

Improving literacy, numeracy, and digital skills provides numerous benefits to businesses and communities alike:

  • Enhanced Efficiency and Productivity: Strong foundational skills streamline operations, increase accuracy, and reduce workplace errors.
  • Flexibility and Adaptability: Improved digital and literacy skills support employees in adjusting to technological changes and innovations in the workplace.
  • Staff Retention and Career Progression: A solid foundation in literacy and numeracy promotes staff satisfaction and growth, encouraging longer-term career paths.
  • Compliance with Safety Standards: Literacy and numeracy improvements boost adherence to occupational health and safety standards.
  • Increased Confidence and Teamwork: When employees feel skilled and capable, confidence and collaboration flourish, strengthening overall team dynamics.

Our Foundation Skills program is a step toward a more inclusive, skilled workforce where all individuals have access to meaningful opportunities and the tools they need to succeed in the modern workplace.

Qualifications that Tauondi offers

  • FSK10119 Certificate I in Access to Vocational Pathways
  • FSK20119 Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways

Outcomes of Literacy and Numeracy Development

The literacy and numeracy development prepares for a vocational pathway qualification or further foundation skills development. It is suitable for individuals who require:

  • a prevocational pathway to employment and vocational training
  • improvement on reading, writing, numeracy, oral communication and learning skills at Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF)
  • entry level digital technology and employability skills
  • education, training and employment goals.

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