New Zealand Certificate in Adult and Tertiary Teaching (Level 4)
Teaching
A course by
SIT
Unlock your potential as an educator with this introductory Level 4 qualification designed for those entering adult and tertiary teaching or vocational training. Delivered via distance learning, the program provides foundational skills for teaching adults in New Zealand's dynamic tertiary environment.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
SIT2LRN Distance Learning, Online
It will take a total of 3 months
Core skills this course teaches
Design effective adult learning opportunities
Apply a range of pedagogical principles and cultural practices to design learning that meets specified outcomes for diverse adult learners.
Deliver learner-centred teaching
Use teaching strategies that respect the mana and backgrounds of adult learners and recognise diversity.
Facilitate and assess learning
Select and use appropriate facilitation and learning strategies, leveraging resources and technologies, and apply assessment and moderation processes.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Certificate in Adult and Tertiary Teaching (Level 4) is designed for those starting out in adult or tertiary teaching (including workplace trainers, tutors, and community educators). The program gives a solid grounding in contemporary and culturally responsive pedagogical principles, planning, facilitation, assessment, and reflective practice. Through work-integrated learning and four targeted courses, students build skills to design and deliver meaningful learning experiences for adult learners, use learner-centred strategies, develop assessment tools, and continually improve teaching practice through feedback.
Course Content
- EDUC4101 Principles and Practices of Adult Learning
- EDUC4102 Plan to Facilitate Adult Learning
- EDUC4103 Facilitate Adult Learning Sessions
- EDUC4104 Reflection on Practice
- 40 hours of work-integrated learning in an adult/tertiary teaching setting
What you need to know first
Applicants should be at least 16 years old.
Hold 40 credits at NCEA Level 1 (including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits), or a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2 or above, or a recognised equivalent.
Must have access to a minimum of 6 adult (18+) learners in a teaching or training setting over the course duration to undertake learning and reflection.
Applicants not meeting criteria may be considered for discretionary admission.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Workforce Development
Adult Training
Future employment opportunities might be
Industry or workplace trainer
Academic staff member/tutor
Community educator