Reading an email. Filling out an online form. Managing a household budget. These everyday skills help us work, learn, connect and navigate life. Yet 44 per cent of Australian adults find everyday literacy and numeracy tasks challenging.1
So, how do we change the stats? By supporting adults to build the language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills they need to thrive.
You can help make that happen with an adult language, literacy and numeracy teaching qualification.
Where to start your adult LLN journey
Ready to help adults build confidence in reading, writing and numeracy? Charles Sturt offers a full pathway in adult and vocational education, with language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) built in at every level.
These courses are ideal if you:
- Want a flexible qualification that fits around your life.
- Already teach or train adults and want specialist LLN expertise.
- Want to move beyond a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
- Are looking for a career with genuine social impact.
Find your best-fit adult LLN course
Option 1: Already teaching adults?
Our Bachelor of Adult and Vocational Education (with specialisations) could help you take your qualifications and career further.
Your previous vocational qualifications and professional experience can be recognised through credit, including a full year of entry-level credit for a related diploma. You may also receive further credit for a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
This course offers generous credit, and you’ll also have complete freedom to choose the specialisation that’s right for you. Choose from:
- Adult language, literacy and numeracy
- Vocational education and training
- Training systems and human resource management
Option 2: Start small and build your qualification
Our Associate Degree in Adult and Vocational Education can help you gain a university qualification in just one year of full-time study. You can then choose to continue your study with a bachelor’s degree or explore other university study options.
Option 3: Ready for a career pivot?
Do you hold a bachelor’s degree and have at least one year relevant industry experience? Our Graduate Diploma in Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy is for you if you want to transition into teaching adult literacy and numeracy. Be sure to check out the online course information for full entry requirements.
Compare our adult LLN degrees
Associate Degree in Adult and Vocational Education
- Flexible entry into VET and adult education teaching.
- 2 years full-time.
- Get 1 year of credit for a recognised VET qualification.
- Major in adult language, literacy and numeracy.
- AQF Level 6 qualification.
- Fully online.
Bachelor of Adult and Vocational Education
- Embed adult language, literacy and numeracy support into your practice.
- 3 years full-time.
- Get 1 year of credit for a recognised VET qualification.
- Specialise in adult language, literacy and numeracy.
- AQF Level 7 qualification.
- Fully online.
Graduate Diploma of Language, Literacy and Numeracy
- Pivot career to literacy and numeracy teaching.
- Option to exit with a graduate certificate.
- Gain a competitive edge with postgrad study.
- AQF Level 8 qualification.
- 1 year full-time.
- Fully online.
Victorian students: Scholarships available!
Starting study in 2026? If you’re a Victorian student, you may be eligible to access Victorian Adult Community Education scholarships, including:
- Up to $20,000 for bachelor’s degrees.
- Up to $10,000 for associate degrees and graduate diplomas.
- Up to $5,000 for students exiting with a graduate certificate.
Check current eligibility requirements before applying.
But hurry, scholarships close on 31 December 2026. Learn more and apply.
Change lives through adult literacy
Everyone deserves the opportunity to feel confident reading, writing and working with numbers. With Charles Sturt’s adult language, literacy and numeracy courses, you can gain the expertise to help make that possible.
Build the skills needed to teach and support adults as they develop their literacy and numeracy skills. Get qualified in as little as one year full-time, with credit for your professional experience.
Explore our full range of adult language, literacy and numeracy courses.
FAQs
What is adult language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) education?
Adult LLN education supports adults in developing the reading, writing, numeracy, communication and related skills they need for everyday life. It can help learners build confidence and participate more fully in their communities and workplaces.
What are my adult language, literacy and numeracy course options?
If you want to help adult learners by teaching valuable life skills, you can choose from our Associate Degree in Adult and Vocational Education, Bachelor of Adult and Vocational Education specialising in adult language, literacy and numeracy, or our Graduate Diploma of Adult Language, Literacy and Numeracy.
Can I study adult LLN education online?
Yes. Charles Sturt’s adult language, literacy and numeracy courses are designed for flexible online study, so you can fit your studies around work and other commitments.
What can I do with an LLN qualification?
Charles Sturt’s adult language, literacy and numeracy courses support diverse careers. You could work in adult education, vocational education and training, workplace training, learning facilitation and training management. Depending on your qualifications and experience, you could work with adult learners in TAFE, adult and community education (ACE), workplace and community settings, and other education contexts. Many people also use their LLN skills as volunteers, from adult literacy tutors in to supporting fellow SES and rural fire service volunteers through training.
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