New Zealand Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 3)
Language & Literature
A course by
Wintec
Develop practical English language skills for study, training, and work in New Zealand at an intermediate (CEFR high B1) level. This certificate prepares students for direct entry into further learning or vocational pathways.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hamilton City Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 17 weeks


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Communicate in spoken English in various contexts
Engage in effective oral communication for study, work, or daily life at an intermediate level, including participation in face-to-face situations.

Understand and respond to written texts
Read and comprehend a range of written instructions and informational texts, and respond appropriately.

Write context-appropriate documents
Produce simple, context-specific written work such as record-keeping documents relevant to academic or workplace settings.
What You're Signing Up For
This programme is designed for students seeking to enhance their English language competence for academic, vocational, or workplace purposes in New Zealand. Students will strengthen their oral and written English, using more complex language in contexts such as academic study or workplace communication. The programme is suitable for both domestic and international students and supports progression onto further English or mainstream studies.
Course Content
- Listening skills (Level 3 – General)
- Speaking skills (Level 3 – General)
- Reading skills (Level 3 – General)
- Writing skills (Level 3 – General)
- Using English in academic and workplace contexts
- Face-to-face communication
- Responding to written instructions and informational texts
- Context-specific record keeping
What you need to know first
16 years or older
Achieved NZCEL (Level 2), or equivalent
IELTS 4.5 across all bands, or equivalent
Selection interview and placement test required

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Training
General workforce

Future employment opportunities might be
Roles requiring participation in face-to-face communication
Workplaces where responding to written instructions is necessary
Positions needing basic record-keeping and English language skills


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