Certificate in Community and Work Skills

About the Programme

The Certificate in Community and Work Skills is a first-year programme for students with special learning needs. The aim of the programme is to provide students with the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills to live and work in the community.

Offered by

Faculty of Education and Social Sciences - School of Education

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following entry requirement:

• Have an intellectual disability and/or other special learning needs.

All applicants who meet the entry requirement will be interviewed. The interview will provide an opportunity to discuss and/or assess applicants’ motivation to acquire the skills necessary for community living and work, maturity to attend a tertiary institution, and ability to communicate in English. Preference will be given to those who demonstrate achievement potential through the interview process.

Cost

$4,300 (approx)

Students on an Invalid Benefit may apply to Work and Income New Zealand (WINZ) for support with payment of fees.

Programme Summary

Subjects include:

• Social skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Work experience and vocational skills
• Life skills and community inclusion.

NZQA units are offered

Courses

Further Training or Study

Can lead to the Certificate in Work Skills (Year 2).

Career Opportunities

This programme is tailored to individual needs. Students then have the opportunity to be referred to an employment agency which works alongside MIT to support students into employment.

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