Course overview:

Title of programme	New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Foundation) (Level 1)
Mode of study	Full-time (25 hours/week)	Length of programme	16 weeks

 

Outcomes: 

On completion of this programme, graduates will be able to demonstrate the following outcomes:

• Understand familiar spoken words and very basic phrases for the most common everyday situations.
• Participate in simple spoken discourse with familiar people on familiar and personal topics on areas of most immediate need.
• Understand familiar written words and phrases for the most common everyday situations.
• Write simple isolated phrases and sentences giving personal information.
• Communicate using very basic English
• Feel more confident in social situations
• Have an appreciation of NZ culture

 

Entry Requirement:

In order for students to be accepted into this programme they are required to:

• be 16 years or over
• undertake an internal placement test or
• take part in a selection interview

 

Qualification Gained:

Number	Title	Level	Credits
1879-2	New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Foundation) (Level 1)	1	60

Education Pathway:

This programme leads to the New Zealand Certificate in English Language programme (Level 1)

Employment Pathway:

Holders of this certificate will have the English language skills to work in positions in which minimal communication is required, and instructions and commands may be accompanied by supporting visual aids, such as gestures and graphics.