Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 4)

Education studies

A course by

NZSE

An 18-week Level 4 certificate program designed to develop foundational skills for higher education and employment pathways, including academic study preparation, communication, problem solving, and personal development.

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NZQA Level 4 Certification (60 Credits)

Study Level

Entry

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Auckland CBD, Auckland

It will take a total of 18 weeks

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Develop quantitative and analytical skills

Gain basic knowledge and skills in statistics and data handling applicable to academic and employment contexts.

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Enhance self-awareness and personal strengths

Understand and articulate personal qualities and strengths related to one's study and career pathways.

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Produce evaluative reports

Develop the ability to research and present evaluative reports on job recruitment media to support career planning.

What You're Signing Up For

This Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 4) program is designed for learners aiming to progress to higher education such as NZSE's Bachelor of Business and Information Management or university study at Massey University or AUT. The program develops core skills including statistics, data handling, evaluative report writing related to job recruitment, personal branding research, and group work and intercultural consultation abilities to support academic and career success.

Course Content

  • Basic knowledge and skills in statistics and data handling.
  • Insights into personal qualities and rangatiratanga in relation to study pathways.
  • Ability to present evaluative reports on job recruitment media benefiting career development.
  • Improvement of personal branding through research and self-evaluation, supporting future study and employment.
  • Development of core communication, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work in groups and consult with people from other cultures.

What you need to know first

NCEA Level 1 qualifications or equivalent

Minimum step 3 Literacy and step 3 Numeracy on the Adult Learning Progressions or equivalent

International onshore learners require valid visa and insurance

Offshore international learners do not require a visa or insurance

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Education

  • Higher Education Preparation

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Further academic study

  • Employment with foundational skills in communication and problem solving