Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT)New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Jul 2026
Campus
Ōtara campus
Summary
Do you want to study social work, health or counselling? This programme is your first step in your higher education journey. You will improve your English language and maths skills. Our classrooms are supportive learning environments where you will become more confident and independent. When you graduate, you will be ready to take the next step towards a career in social work. Or you can choose to take one of our level 3 or 4 health programmes. You may be required to complete literacy and numeracy assessments as part of this programme. If you are Māori or Pasifika, find out how you could be supported on your MIT journey with Te Ara Oranga.
Entry criteria
GeneralOpen entry for domestic students
There are no academic requirements that need to be met to enter this programme.
International students: English language entry requirementsFor the minimum English language requirements refer to the requirements set out in the NZQF Programme and Accreditation Rules.
International students will generally be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency, for this programme an IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 is required. Equivalent acceptable evidence can be seen at the following NZQA link.
Give yourself credit with Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)Did you know you can use the knowledge and experience you already have to your advantage?
Your previous work experience and on-the-job skills, volunteering, professional development, and other providers’ qualifications can be recognised as prior learning, matched against credits in our courses, and put towards your qualification – potentially saving you money and possibly helping you to complete your qualification faster Learn more.
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