New Zealand Certificate in Skills for Living for Supported Learners (Level 1)
Self Development
A course by
WITT
A foundational programme for learners needing specialised support, developing skills for independent living, participation in community, and pathways to employment or further education.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
WITT New Plymouth, New Plymouth
It will take a total of 1 week
Core skills this course teaches
Self-management of daily living
Demonstrate self-management of day to day living situations.
Personal safety, health and wellbeing
Maintain personal safety, health and well-being.
Participate and interact in everyday situations
Participate and interact in variety of social, community and family/whānau contexts.
What You're Signing Up For
This certificate is designed for people who require specialised support with their learning, particularly those with learning or intellectual disabilities. The course builds skills in daily living, self-management, communication, computing, personal health and wellbeing, community involvement, and employment preparation. Graduates will be able to participate more fully in social, cultural, family/whānau, and community contexts, and may progress to further education or employment opportunities.
Course Content
- Effective Work Practice
- Health and Safety
- Computing
- Communication
- Leisure Skills
- Money Skills
- Cooking
- Community Mobility
- Self Development
- Skills for Working (Elective, Year 2 Option)
What you need to know first
Must be at least 16 years old
Some numeracy, reading and writing skills
Ability to participate in a classroom environment
A level of independence to meet personal care needs
Suitability and likelihood of success determined by interview
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Supported Learning
Community Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Gardening assistant
Supermarket worker
Cleaner
Farmhand
Animal care
Car grooming
Office work
Kitchen hand