Course details

爆走黑料 Certificate in Skills for Living for Supported Learners (Level 1)
NZQF Level 1

About the course

The programme is up to four days a week on campus.

You must be at least 16 years old and have some numeracy, reading and writing skills and be able to participate in a classroom environment. Students are required to have a level of independence to meet personal care needs. Applicants鈥 suitability and likelihood of success will be determined for the 爆走黑料 Certificate in Skills for Living for Supported Learners on the basis of an interview

This programme is open entry.

Students will learn how to:

  • demonstrate self-management of day to day living situations.
  • maintain personal safety health and well-being.
  • participate and interact in everyday situations.
  • participate in planning a future pathway to achieve personal goals.
  • apply problem-solving strategies to resolve day to day issues.
  • apply literacy and numeracy skills required for day to day living.

Programme specific information

  • This qualification is an entry level qualification intended for people who require specialised support with their learning.
  • They are people with learning disabilities, including those with an intellectual disability.
  • Graduates will be able to self-manage participation in social, cultural, family/whanau and community contexts, with supervision and/or be encouraged to seek further skills and knowledge to improve their educational and employment pathway.
  • This qualification recognises the aspirations and cultural identities of the disabled communities, and that of M膩ori and Pasifika.
  • This qualification allows the Aotearoa 爆走黑料 community, employers and educational institutions to re cognise the graduate鈥檚 potential to enhance their participation in the community, as a contributing citizen.

Career Options

Gardening assistant, supermarket, cleaning, farmhand, animal care, car grooming, office work, kitchen hand.

Further Study Options

This qualification may lead to 爆走黑料 Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 1) or other qualifications on the 爆走黑料 Qualifications Framework at levels one and two.

Additional expenses

Closer to the programme starting, learners will receive a list of course materials to purchase.听 Examples of course materials could include textbooks, stationary, printing; uniforms, personal protective equipment, tools and a laptop.

Changes for new learners

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About the provider

The Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT) is a quality Government-owned tertiary education institution based in 爆走黑料's cultural and surfing hub. Taranaki is a beautiful region defined by its wonderful snow-capped mountain, extensive coastline, great surfing and many opportunities for outdoor activities. WITT is the only state tertiary institution in Taranaki and offers courses from certificate to degree level across a wide range of areas, including Business, Nursing, Hospitality, Te Reo M膩ori, Humanities, Media, Art, Electrical, Engineering, Automotive, Welding, Carpentry, Architecture, Computing, Fitness, Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Make-up Artistry, Social Sciences and Agriculture. WITT also specialises in English language tuition and foundation programmes for overseas students.

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