Te Ara Pūtake New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4)
Mixed Studies
A course by
Wintec
A one-semester Level 4 certificate for learners seeking foundational skills in academic study and employment, with pathways in health, social services, creative industries, and early childhood education. Offers flexible study options and prepares students for higher studies or direct employment.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Hamilton City Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 6 months
This course requires 37 hours per week
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Build academic confidence and essential skills
Develop the foundational skills, knowledge, and confidence necessary for higher study and entry into employment opportunities.
Master communication for academic and professional contexts
Apply effective written, verbal, and digital communication skills essential for tertiary study and the workplace.
Explore and specialise in a career pathway
Gain introductory knowledge and experience in one of four pathways: Health, Social Services, Creative Industries, or Early Childhood Education.
What You're Signing Up For
Te Ara Pūtake New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways helps students build essential skills, knowledge, and confidence for tertiary education or employment. The programme features core academic and communication modules as well as specialisations in health, social services, creative industries, or early childhood. Students benefit from supportive teaching, flexible delivery, and direct progression opportunities to Wintec diplomas and degrees or entry into diverse employment sectors.
Course Content
- Core modules: Whai Whakaaro: Steps to success, Whakawhitiwhiti Kōrero: Communications
- Pathway specialisation (choose one):
- Health Pathway: Anatomy and physiology, wellness, human development, hauora and human body function
- Early Childhood Pathway: Early childhood education foundation, directed project
- Social Service Pathway: Introduction to social services, values, beliefs, social issues, career opportunities
- Creative Industries Pathway: Creative project, creative practice, design, communication, art, media tools and technology, project showcase
- Self-directed learning and preparation for assessments
- Workshops, labs (in health stream), online support
What you need to know first
40 credits at NCEA Level 2 including 10 literacy credits at NCEA Level 2 and 10 numeracy credits at NCEA Level 1; or recognised equivalent
Or a relevant course at NZQF Level 3 or equivalent
Discretionary entrance available for applicants who demonstrate potential for success
Interview may be required
IELTS 5.5 (with no band lower than 5.0) or equivalent for non-native speakers
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Health
Social Services
Creative Industries
Early Childhood Education
Future employment opportunities might be
Improved access to entry-level employment in areas related to chosen pathway such as health sector support roles, arts and creative industries, social service organisations, or early childhood centres
Enhanced employability through acquisition of foundational communication and study skills
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