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New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 2) (Career and Education)

Course details

New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 2) (Career and Education)
Domestic tuition $0 per year
International tuition $9,500
NZQF Level 2

About the course

Prepare for employment or further study with confidence and direction

This programme will build on your skills and give you the confidence to take the next step into employment or study in whatever field is of interest to you. There are two parts to the programme. 'Future Directions' will provide you with new ideas, challenges and experiences that will enable you to make positive changes in your life and explore pathways for your future. Topics covered include goal setting, problem solving, budgeting, wellbeing, communication and culture.

The 'Career Skills' strand focuses on equipping you with practical skills for further study or employment. You'll learn about professionalism, communication in the workplace, CV development, interview skills, health and safety, how to research industries and more.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

This programme has open entry.

About the provider

Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level. 

Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.

All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.

Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.

It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.

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