Certificate in Community Skills

By the end of this programme, graduates will have fundamental self-awareness, communication and personal management skills; basic skills for working in groups and with people; the academic skills that enhance their opportunity for enrolling in human service undergraduate programmes, knowledge of the values that support ethical practice within community and human services; a deeper understanding of society on individuals, families and groups in Aotearoa/ New Zealand from a bicultural perspective, while acknowledging the multicultural nature of Aotearoa/ New Zealand society; and an understanding of the multicultural nature of Aotearoa/ New Zealand.

Unitec is New Zealand’s largest institute of technology offering a wide range of work-oriented programmes and short courses. We offer leading employment-focused education at our two campuses in Mt. Albert, and Waitākere.

At Unitec we think the traditional view of spending hours in a lecture theatre is out-dated. And that's why we approach learning differently.

With our unique combination of world-class theory and hands-on experience, you'll get the skills to meet the changing needs of employers. And because our tutors are industry-based, they know what it takes to make it in the real world.

We offer a friendly and diverse learning environment with flexible study programmes, lots of support, and hands-on experience to build the skills you need for your career and your future.