Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 4)
Language & Literature
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Improve your language skills for work and everyday situations with this full-time 20-week New Zealand Certificate in English Language (General) Level 4 programme.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Ara Institute of Canterbury main campuses, Christchurch
It will take a total of 20 weeks
Core skills this course teaches

Listening Skills
Develop effective listening skills for understanding spoken English in general contexts.

Reading Skills
Enhance reading comprehension skills including vocabulary and grammar usage.

Speaking Skills
Improve speaking abilities to communicate fluently and flexibly in everyday and work-related situations.
What You're Signing Up For
This programme enables students to communicate independently and effectively in familiar and some less familiar situations with fluency and flexibility in community and social settings. The certificate comprises 60 credits at level 4, with 18 weeks of intensive full-time study over 6 months. It is designed for those wishing to improve their English language skills for living and working in New Zealand, with open entry and placement testing determining appropriate level.
Course Content
- English General Listening 4
- English General Reading 4
- English General Speaking 4
- English General Writing 4
What you need to know first
Open entry
English language level assessed by placement test prior to enrolment

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Language Education
Community Services

Future employment opportunities might be
Improved communication skills for employment and social integration in New Zealand