In this programme, students will learn language and communication skills at a basic to intermediate level. Students will develop oral and written English skills to help them use and understand English in familiar situations, and will develop their face-to-face and online learning study skills.
Holders of this certificate will have the English language skills to work in positions that require:
This certificate builds on the New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 1) and can lead to the New Zealand Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 3).
A range of study grants may be available for those domestic students learning English as a second language. For more information click here.
General admission
a) Candidates must be 16 years or older.
b) Candidates must have achieved NZCEL (Level 1); or
c) Candidates must take part in a selection interview and will be required to take a placement test to determine their current English Language level and learning goals.
Selection criteria
Candidates must demonstrate a reasonable chance of success in the programme.
To check what you need to gain direct entry to a course, review the entry criteria available on each programme page. These assist you in understanding what qualifications or experience are typically required to gain entry. You can contact our team at info@wintec.ac.nz or 0800 2 Wintec at any time for further guidance.
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Semester 1 2025
Date: Monday 17 February 2025
Time: 12pm-2pm
Venue: The Atrium, City Campus
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