NZ Certificate in English Language
Language & Literature
A course by
EIT
General and academic English language study leading to a nationally recognised NZQA qualification, offered from Level 1 Foundation to Level 5, designed for international students and new immigrants seeking to improve English proficiency for daily life, further study, or employment.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hawke's Bay, Napier
It will take a total of 16 weeks
This course requires 37 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Develop practical English proficiency
Gain confidence using English in familiar and unfamiliar contexts for social, academic, and work environments.
Achieve NZQA-recognised English certification
Complete national qualifications in English language proficiency, from Level 1 Foundation through to Level 5.
Progress to further study or employment
Gain direct entry to certificate, diploma, or bachelor programmes (depending on level), or use English skills for employment opportunities.
What You're Signing Up For
The NZ Certificate in English Language (NZCEL) at EIT provides classroom-based English courses with off-site visits and a focus on developing your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Courses span levels 1 Foundation to 5, catering to varying student needs, such as general English ability or preparation for further tertiary study. Successful completion results in a nationally recognised qualification and opportunities for direct entry into higher-level programmes.
Course Content
- General and academic English language skills
- Listening, reading, and comprehension
- Practical and written communication
- Roleplays and verbal presentations
- Language confidence for daily and academic settings
- Preparation for further study
- Assessment based on National Qualifications Framework unit standards
- Cultural activities and off-site visits
- Individual and group tutorials
- Use of online learning resources
What you need to know first
Entry determined by placement test at EIT English Language Centre
Must be over 18 years of age
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Language Training
Future employment opportunities might be
Improved employability in English-speaking contexts
Entry-level positions requiring English proficiency