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National Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education (Vocational/Workplace)

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The Vocational Tutor/Lecturer or Workplace Trainer is ideal for those currently working as adult educators who are looking for the skills and strategies to embed language, literacy and numeracy into their training programmes. The courses incorporate both academic theory and the application of practical skills, learning and teaching others.

Programme Code NC1253
Study Method Part time
Students can choose to study online via distance learning or attend a weekly class with on-line study (blended delivery)
Qualification National Certificate
Duration Two terms
Applications Accepted all year
Start Dates February and July
Level 5
Credits 40

Offered by

Faculty of Education and Social Sciences - School of Foundation Studies

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: 

  • Be recognised as an adult educator currently teaching on a programme in their own field,  
    OR 
  • Have a training/coaching role in industry or the community, in which they engage with adults. These applicants will be required to supply attestations and other evidence supporting their application. 
    AND 
  • Provide evidence of successful study at Level 4 of 20 credits or equivalent (if equivalent, applicants may be required to attend an interview to determine their suitability to study on this level 5 programme). 
    AND 
  • Have basic computing skills and have access to a computer with an internet connection 
    AND 
  • Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English.  Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.5 (with no score below 6) or equivalent. 

The interview will judge applicant's suitability to study on this level 5 programme.

Cost

$2,047

Programme Summary

In the National Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education, students will complete the following compulsory course:

  • Unit standard 21204 – 30 credits

Develop adult learners’ literacy and numeracy skills within a training or education programme.

Plus:
Students will also select an additional 10 credits at Level 5, either Unit Standard 21193, Unit Standard 21200 or 10 Level 5 credits from an approved Unit Standard list.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be available for workplace experience or other qualifications.

Courses

901.513 Develop adult learners' literacy and numeracy skills within a training or education programme
901.514 Demonstrate knowledge of adult literacy teaching and learning theories
901.515 Develop numeracy skills for Adult learners

Additional Qualifications

  • Diploma in Literacy and Numeracy Education
  • Masters of Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education

Further Training or Study

  • Diploma in Literacy and Numeracy Education
  • Masters of Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education

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