New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3)

Self Development

This Level 3 certificate aims to improve study skills and prepare learners for higher-level learning or employment through courses in personal and study skills, communication, work preparation, and work action, including practical work experience.

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NZ$4,382

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NZQA Level 3 Certification (60 Credits)

Study Level

Entry

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Dunedin, Dunedin

It will take a total of 17 weeks

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Improve study planning and evaluation

Develop plans and evaluate opportunities for study and career pathways, manage and reflect on learning progress.

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Enhance communication skills

Communicate in various styles, write for different purposes, and present information effectively to diverse audiences.

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Prepare for employment

Understand career pathways requirements, communicate career-specific skills, and demonstrate professional behavior in work experiences.

What You're Signing Up For

The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3) at Otago Polytechnic is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their study skills and gain employment preparation. The programme includes courses on personal and study skills, communication skills, work action and preparation, with an emphasis on employability skills such as CV and interview preparation. It is delivered in a supportive environment with small class sizes and opportunities for offsite work experience, guest speakers, industry visits, group volunteering, or practical workshops. This programme is offered full-time (17 weeks) or part-time (1 year) for domestic students and full-time for international students, with intakes in February and July, and is delivered on campus in Dunedin.

Course Content

  • Personal and Study Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Work Preparation
  • Work Action
  • Employability skills such as CV and interview preparation
  • Offsite work experience, guest speakers, industry visits, group volunteering, practical workshops

What you need to know first

Open entry

Informal discussion as part of application process

English language requirements for international students (IELTS 5.0 or equivalent)

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Employment Services

  • Education

  • Personal Development

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Entry-level employment across various industries

  • Further study and training opportunities