SKILLS FOR LIFE ABROAD

ASC International has hosted a range of visitors to the ASC Language School this term to deliver lessons in Life Skills to international students. While life skills are essential for all students, this is especially the case for international students, where the services and expectations from service providers in Australia are often quite different to their home country.

ASC International Deputy Director Kate Simeon said it was important for international students to understand the differences between services in their country and Australia and who to go to for assistance when needed.

“The school embeds time to teach Life Skills through incursions and excursions in addition to the language programme.”

Miss Kate Simeon ASC International Deputy Director

Life Skills services have been delivered from providers including Anglicare, the WA Police - Diversity and Engagement Unit and the Department of Fire and Emergency Services.

Students are enjoying the sessions and asking pertinent questions to fully understand the differences between their home country and Australia.

Students will also learn other skills throughout the year, including CPR services from St John WA and water safety sessions from Surf Life Saving WA.