New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 2)

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Locations and dates

Nelson:

19 February 2024

22 July 2024
Length

19 weeks full-time: 17 teaching weeks plus 2 holiday weeks
Total credits

60
Fees

Zero fees

A Compulsory Student Services Levy applies ($2 per credit).

Fees listed are for each year of the programme, indicative only and may vary with course selection.

View course details for individual fees.
National qualification code

NZ2862

This programme is eligible for fees-free funding through either the Youth Guarantee, First Year Fees Free, or an internal NMIT scholarship. Our staff will automatically review each application to ensure the appropriate fees-free funding is applied, student levy will be included.

The NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills Level 2 provides a supported pathway to further study and employment.

It aims to give young people the skills and confidence to further study at NMIT at Level 3+ or into entry-level employment.

Our values

This programme offers

The NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills Level 2 can build on skills and experience you already have or have gained while studying towards the Level 1 Certificate(external link). The programme offers:

Pathways into further education and employment
Hands-on practical, fun and engaging activities
Supportive tutors to help students achieve learning plans
In-class learning and real-life experience
Project-based work
Connection to further study opportunities at NMIT
One on one class support
A strong and inclusive youth focus

Pathway opportunities

On completion of the Level 2 programme, students may choose to pathway into further study at NMIT at Level 3+ or move into entry-level employment.

Increase your skills and confidence in what you can achieve!
Work with tutors who want you to succeed and have fun while learning new skills!
Finish the programme and be ready to start your new study area of choice and find a career you love!
On completion of the Level 2 programme, students may choose to pathway into further study at NMIT at Level 3+ or move into entry-level employment.
- Increase your skills and confidence in what you can achieve!
- Work with tutors who want you to succeed and have fun while learning new skills!
- Finish the programme and be ready to start your new study area of choice and find a career you love!

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

There are no minimum academic requirements

Note: If you have previously achieved a level 2 qualification, you may not be eligible to participate in this programme. Please contact NMIT to discuss.

Other requirements

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age (special entry may be granted for 15-year-olds holding a Ministry of Education early leaving exemption)
Applicants are required to attend an informal interview

Information for applicants

The informal interview is designed to learn more about the applicant’s background, experience, motivation, and ability to participate in, and successfully complete the programme.

Applicants may be eligible for the Youth Guarantee which is open to 16-19-year-olds (or 15-year-olds who hold an early leaving exemption from school). See more information here.

Structure and timetable

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