Academic Requirements NCEA Level 2. Alternative Requirements Skills for tertiary study (including literacy and numeracy) may be acquired through study, work and-or life experience. Students who can demonstrate these skills may be approved for alternative entry. Literacy and numeracy assessments are available. Additional Requirements All participants must be working with learners in a post-secondary environment and must meet the requirements of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. English Requirements If English is not your first language you may also be required to provide evidence of your English language skills as listed below. If you have no evidence of your English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, contact us for an assessment. IELTS 6.5 Academic (no lower than 6.5 in any subtest). For acceptable alternatives refer to the English Proficiency Outcomes Chart. Note: IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test. Students who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English language skills.