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New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Services Pathway) (Level 3)
NZ2863
Course details
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Jul 2024Feb 2025
- One semester
- Full-time
- Fees-free*
- You may qualify for fee-free study under MPTT*
- Level 3
- Hamilton Rotokauri Campus
Summary
Are you seeking a career in law enforcement, the armed forces, or corrections services?
The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Services Pathways) (Level 3) will provide you with the knowledge, theory and confidence to apply for training or employment in the New Zealand Police, Armed Forces or Correction Services. You will be introduced to problem and scenario-based learning that will enable you to build interview skills, leadership capabilities, and essential fitness levels to apply for and pass entry tests and training.
Our experienced tutors support you at every stage of your journey through dedicated class time and practical activities with online resources to further support your self-directed learning.
What you will learn
You will complete four modules, totalling 60 credits. Two modules cover career, communication, and study skills, with the remaining two focusing on the services pathway.
Subject areas include:
- Literacy and numeracy
- Self-management
- Physical fitness
Communication
Career/further opportunities
After graduating from this programme, you may have enhanced career employment opportunities in roles that include:
- Police officer
- Corrections staff
- Armed forces (soldier, sailor, air)
- Security guard
- Working in positions of trust
You may also choose to progress to further study or training that can include:
- New Zealand Police College Recruit Training
- Navy, Army, and Air Force within the New Zealand Defence Forces
- Security
- Law
- Social services
Events
Disclaimers
Entry criteria
General admission
- Achievement of NCEA Level 1 or equivalent
- Minimum of 17 years of age at the start of the programme
Selection criteria
Candidates need to be physically fit to complete the programme and may be required to participate in an interview.
English language requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 5.0 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 or equivalent.
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Pathways
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Your first day
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Semester 2 2024
Induction day
Date: Monday 22 July 2024
Time: To be confirmed
Venue: To be confirmed, Rotokauri Campus
If you are a new student, it is compulsory for you to attend your induction (first day). You will be introduced to your tutors and new classmates, be given an overview of this programme, and receive a personalised timetable.
Prospectus (course guide)
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