Course details

Certificate in English L4
NZQF Level 4

About the course


The purpose of this programme is to provide learners with the knowledge and practical academic skills required to undertake higher-level tertiary study, particularly in the health and wellbeing field. 

This programme will produce graduates who are competent and confident in their English language skills and are able to independently and effectively read, write, speak, and listen in academic settings and contexts, in both familiar and less familiar situations.

This programme is open to learners who are building their English language skills in order to progress onto further academic study and those who are eager to gain knowledge and understanding of academic English language at a moderately complex level.

Entry requirements

Domestic Students:

  • ​16 years of age or over at the time of enrolment :
  • Must have a minimum of CEFR of at least LOW B2, or a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Applied) - Level 3 from Skill New Zealand or another New Zealand provider or can demonstrate equivalent evidence of English language proficiency.
  • Must sit the Skill New Zealand entry placement test prior to enrolment to ensure that the programme of study chosen is appropriate.\

International Students:

  • 18 years of age or over at the time of enrolment
  • Must have a minimum of CEFR of at least LOW B2, or a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Applied) - Level 3 from Skill New Zealand or another New Zealand provider or can demonstrate equivalent evidence of English language proficiency.
  • Must sit the Skill New Zealand entry placement test prior to enrolment to ensure that the programme of study chosen is appropriate.

About the provider

Skill NZ is an NZQA accredited Category 1 provider. It is a place for people who want to grow personally and professionally and make a difference in people's lives. We are one of the leading institutions offering Health, ESOL, NZCEL, Legal Executive and Equine programmes in South Auckland. 

Our goal is to see students succeed and achieve their goals, whether it is to be in the employment or further studies.

Skill NZ is more than an education provider. It is a Whanau where students feel supported and are encouraged to do their best and achieve their goals. Our goal is to help every student succeed in their study so they can make a difference in the community.

Skill NZ offers a range of programme. We have Health level 3, 4 and 5, Equine Skills Level 2, ESOL and Legal Executive Studies Level 6.  All our programmes are NZQA Approved.

Our programmes are designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to be job-ready. The programmes have work placement components, making them unique because we place students with well-recognised organisations, which gives our students a golden opportunity to be connected with the industry and learn hand on experience from the experts, making them ready for employment and serving their community.

If you are looking for a provider that offers education, personal and professional growth to be the best version of yourself, then Skill NZ is your place. You will get a lot of opportunities to be connected with the industry through experienced tutors, work placements, guest speakers and field trips so you can get the knowledge and skills you require to be employed in the industry. In addition, our student support team will provide you with guidance and support for further study and work opportunities.