New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 2)

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Certificate

Duration

2 weeks

Next start date

Expected Feb 2027

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Summary

Foundation Skills is here to help you uncover what you're truly great at in life.

Forget the traditional classroom setting. No more endless hours at a desk, churning out essay after essay. Instead, you'll dive into engaging, hands-on, and fun activities. It's about redefining your learning experience.

In Foundation Skills, you'll join a welcoming, diverse community where you're celebrated for being yourself. You'll receive incredible support from our fantastic tutors, who are dedicated to helping you reach your goals and enjoy the process.

We'll assist you in discovering your strengths, identifying your support network, building your skills, and developing a plan for your future. Our ultimate aim is for you to leave with the confidence to succeed in further studies, work, or any other life ambitions.

The NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills Level 2 provides a supported pathway to further study and employment.

It aims to give young people the skills and confidence to further study at NMIT at Level 3+ or into entry-level employment.

Our values

Our values on this programme are:

Respect
Fun
Good vibes
Honesty
Success

This programme offers

The NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills Level 2 can build on skills and experience you already have or have gained while studying towards the Level 1 Certificate. The programme offers:

Pathways into further education and employment
Hands-on practical, fun and engaging activities
Supportive tutors to help students achieve learning plans
In-class learning and real-life experience
Project-based work
Connection to further study opportunities at NMIT
One on one class support
A strong and inclusive youth focus

Pathway opportunities

On completion of the Level 2 programme, students may choose to pathway into further study at NMIT at Level 3+ or move into entry-level employment.

Increase your skills and confidence in what you can achieve!
Work with tutors who want you to succeed and have fun while learning new skills!
Finish the programme and be ready to start your new study area of choice and find a career you love!

Entry criteria

Academic requirements

There are no minimum academic requirements

Note: if you have previously achieved a level 2 qualification, you may not be eligible to participate in this programme. Please contact NMIT to discuss, or consider the Study and Employment programme, designed to support learners of any age to get back into study.

Other requirements

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age (special entry may be granted for 15-year-olds holding a Ministry of Education early leaving exemption)
Applicants are required to attend an informal interview

Information for applicants

The informal interview is designed to learn more about the applicant’s background, experience, motivation, and ability to participate in, and successfully complete the programme.

Applicants may be eligible for the Youth Guarantee, which is open to 16-19-year-olds (or 15-year-olds who hold an early leaving exemption from school).

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