New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3)

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About the programme

This bridging programme is ideal for developing the skills, capabilities, knowledge and attributes needed to succeed within your chosen field of study or career pathway.

What will you learn?

You will learn key skills and techniques in reading, writing, speaking, technology and problem-solving. You will also develop research and presentation skills. You will explore possible educational and career pathways available.

Graduates of this qualification will be able to:

Identify and apply knowledge obtained from a variety of specialised sources.
Manage own learning and work effectively as an individual and as a team-member to achieve relevant goals.
Solve problems and communicate clearly using a range of appropriate media.
Evaluate opportunities and develop plans for study and career pathways.

Courses in this programme

	Level	Credits
3509.3001 - Skills for Academic Study Aim: To enable students to develop and apply a range of academic and self-management skills for tertiary study and career pathways. On successful completion of this course the student will be able to: Apply a range of study and self-management skills for tertiary study. Present information using a range of media appropriate to the audience. Discuss the impact of cultural identity on their learning and career goals.	3	15
3509.3003 - Making Sense of Calculations Aim: To enable students to develop confidence with using strategies for solving problems which involve numbers, measurements and data without using a calculator. On successful completion of this course the student will be able to: Develop strategies for carrying out simple numeric calculations including with fractions, decimals and percentages. Carry out simple metric conversions. Use proportional thinking to solve simple problems involving rates and ratios	2	15
3509.3004 - Career and Study Skills Aim: To enable students to develop and apply a range of skills for furthering study and career options. Identify and apply the skills, knowledge, attributes and attitudes required to be successful in a selected study and/or career pathway. Demonstrate a range of skills required to succeed in study and / or the workplace and reflect on own learning progress. Contribute within a team environment and reflect on own role as a team member. Communicate the specific skills and attributes necessary for engaging in a chosen study and/or career pathway.	3	15
3509.3007 - Introduction to Nutrition Aim: To enable students to develop basic concepts of nutrition as it relates to sport and wellness. On successful completion of this course the student will be able to: Describe foods and their composition including nutrients. Identify the role of major nutrients, including fluids, in relation to a range of physical activities and wellness. Provide nutritional guidelines to individuals and groups.	3	15

	Level	Credits
3509.3001 - Skills for Academic Study Aim: To enable students to develop and apply a range of academic and self-management skills for tertiary study and career pathways. On successful completion of this course the student will be able to: Apply a range of study and self-management skills for tertiary study. Present information using a range of media appropriate to the audience. Discuss the impact of cultural identity on their learning and career goals.	3	15
3509.3003 - Making Sense of Calculations Aim: To enable students to develop confidence with using strategies for solving problems which involve numbers, measurements and data without using a calculator. On successful completion of this course the student will be able to: Develop strategies for carrying out simple numeric calculations including with fractions, decimals and percentages. Carry out simple metric conversions. Use proportional thinking to solve simple problems involving rates and ratios	2	15
3509.3004 - Career and Study Skills Aim: To enable students to develop and apply a range of skills for furthering study and career options. Identify and apply the skills, knowledge, attributes and attitudes required to be successful in a selected study and/or career pathway. Demonstrate a range of skills required to succeed in study and / or the workplace and reflect on own learning progress. Contribute within a team environment and reflect on own role as a team member. Communicate the specific skills and attributes necessary for engaging in a chosen study and/or career pathway.	3	15
3509.3010 - Work Placement Aim: To enable students to apply practical skills and knowledge through engaging in authentic work experience opportunities. Includes 80 hours work experience Apply job specific skills and responsibilities to an authentic work experience. Analyse and reflect on authentic work experience.	3	15

These will help you develop:

a range of study skills
basic numeracy skills
written and oral communication skills in a variety of contexts
an ability to manage data using a personal computer
an ability to present information using information technology

Workload & Schedule

This programme runs 4 days a week. Times and days vary depending on the location, and are subject to change.

Indicative timetable is 9.00am-2.45pm.

Entry requirements

All applicants must:

be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences
be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level
be physically able to complete the programme specific outcomes

International students or those for whom English is not a first language must attain an IELTS score of at least 5.0 with no band score lower than 5.0; or an equivalent score from a recognised alternative English proficiency test.

Qualification gained

New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3)

Courses and programmes may be cancelled, postponed or have their content or configuration changed from time to time (including during the academic year) at the discretion of NorthTec. Fees are an indication, include GST and apply to domestic students only. View terms and conditions