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Course details

FREE | NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills (Future Directions) [Level 2]
NZQF Level 2

About the course

Go places with a solid foundation of skills and knowledge

Get introduced to a range of subject areas and practical skills that will give you options for future work and/or study. You could explore a wide range of topics including wellbeing, horticulture, hospitality, trades or outdoor adventure.

Activities are hands-on and you will learn all about goal setting, communication skills and numeracy. Practical and theory tasks are combined and embedded throughout all aspects of the programme with a view to providing a foundation for further study or employment.

Future Career and Study Opportunities

The NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills (Future Directions) [Level 2] is aimed at preparing you for further studies in the following programmes and to develop your skills when seeking employment or further study.

  • NZ Certificate in Study and Career Preparation [Level 3]
  • NZ Certificate in Tourism [Level 3]
  • NZ Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (Café Service or Café and Restaurant Services strands) [Level 3]
  • NZ Certificate in Cookery [Level 3]
  • NZ Certificate in Sport, Recreation and Exercise [Level 3]
  • NZ Certificate in Arts and Design [Level 3]
  • NZ Certificate in Makeup and Skin Care (Introduction) [Level 3], leading into the NZ Certificate in Beauty Therapy [Level 4]
  • NZ Certificate in Hairdressing (Salon Support) [Level 3], leading into the NZ Certificate in Hairdressing (Emerging Stylist) [Level 4] or the NZ Certificate in Commercial Barbering [Level 4]

Outline

This is a project-based learning programme. The practical tasks actively involve you and represent some of the work you may encounter in a general workplace.

This programme provides an introduction to a range of work and study fields, which may include sustainability, the outdoors, hospitality, wellbeing and automotive trades.

Tasks or activities may include:

  • Improving your digital literacy
  • Making a sustainable product
  • Preparing for an interview
  • Planning a classroom event

You are welcome to make an appointment to talk to a teaching staff member or Programme Coordinator about this programme and to view our facilities.

Academic Learning Services

Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.

We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.

Find out more:

Hawke’s Bay Campus
Tairāwhiti Campus

About the provider

The Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) offers you over 160 qualifications from certificate and diploma, to degree and postgraduate level at campuses in Hawke's Bay, Tairāwhiti (Gisborne) and Auckland. Or learn at one of our Regional Learning Centres situated in Hastings, Maraenui, Ruatoria, Waipukurau and Wairoa. EIT Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's most attractive campuses with superb architecture and shaded outdoor areas for study on warm days. EIT Tairāwhiti two campuses are located in the heart of Gisborne, near the Taruheru River, and you can get more central than EIT Auckland location on Queen Street! When you choose to study at EIT you'll get the kind of experiences that will help you gain the knowledge and skills to get ahead, whether you want to break into your chosen career or change direction in life.

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