Free English classes for migrants

Learning to speak and write English is a key skill for migrants to Australia. The federal government encourages adult literacy education across the country, particularly for newly arrived migrants and refugees where English is not their first language. Many English learning programs are available for free, through hundreds of locations across the country.

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1 Most recently arrived permanent and some temporary visa holders are eligible for free classes

AMEP is free to all eligible permanent visa holders plus some temporary visa holders who don’t have a functional level of English language proficiency.

 

 

 

2 Eligible visa holders need to register for AMEP within six months of arrival in Australia

People under 18 years have longer to register and all students must complete tuition within five years.

 

 

 

3 The courses are part of the nationally accredited Certificate in Spoken and Written English

There are four levels of study ranging from beginners to intermediate.

 

 

 

4 There are many ways to learn in many locations

Classes can be taken full-time, part-time in person or via distance learning, over the internet or with a Home Tutor with registered service providers in 250 locations around Australia.

 

 

 

5 Free child care is available for learners with under school age children

AMEP service providers are responsible for arranging free child care for clients with under school age children who are attending classroom tuition.

 

 

 

Information on Adult Migrant English Program is available in 26 languages.