A billion-dollar government English language teaching program is being extended and made more accessible amid concerns those who participate are not leaving with a 'functional level' of skill.
A billion-dollar government English language teaching program is being extended and made more accessible amid concerns those who participate are not leaving with a"functional level" of skill.
“This is not to blame anyone whose English language proficiency is poor, but clearly full participation in the community is difficult when there are language barriers,” he said. Labor on Friday said the coalition had “neglected” the AMEP for seven years and the coronavirus pandemic provides “an opportunity to rebuild” Australia’s settlement services.
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