LITERACY & NUMERACY SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS

LLN Assessment

All students are required to undertake Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) assessment prior to commencing training. The purpose of this assessment is to ensure you are prepared for study at the qualification level you are enrolled in.This is to ensure you have the best chance possible at completing the academic requirements of the course.

The Language, Literacy & Numeracy Assessment looks at the 5 domains of LLN and grades you against set benchmarks as per the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). These 5 domains are Learning, Reading, Writing, Oral Communication & Numeracy. There are minimum requirements you must meet to be allowed to commence your training with us, depending on the qualification you are enrolled in. For each level, you may be assigned either “exit level” which means you are proficient at that level, or “working level” which means you are close to meeting proficiency at that level and will likely reach it with training through the course.

LLN Training

You may have been directed to this page by an Educator, or you may be here looking for additional resources to help you improve your Language, Literacy & Numeracy skills. The resources below are here for all students to use, regardless of LLN scores in their assessment.

You will also find that we have embedded industry contextualised LLN skills and training into all your subjects. So even if you feel that you don’t have the best grip on numeracy or literacy, you will receive training on specific areas that veterinary nurses or animal care workers need to understand. You’re welcome to reach out for help from the Educators too, and don’t forget to use this website for more help on preparing your assessments.

External LLN support options are also listed in the Student Handbook.

Language & Literacy covers the skills of Reading, Writing and Oral Communication. Below you will find a workbook to download and work through, which can assist you in learning reading and writing skills up to an ACSF Level 3.

If you are struggling with any of these questions, we recommend you talk to your local support structure first (parents, partner, friends, colleagues). Once your training has commenced, our Educators are also here to assist.

You can do as little or as much of this workbook as you feel will assist you. You do not need to send it in to us – the answer sheet is below for you to self correct.