Course details

Vocational Pathway Military - Social Community Services (Level 2)
NZQF Level 3

About the course

This programme covers units in literacy, numeracy, community skills, defence force studies, team building, fitness, communications and more. Vocational pathways enable students to achieve NCEA Level 2 and develop pathways that progress to further studies or employment.


What you can learn
  • Literacy and Numeracy
  • Communication skills
  • Defence Force studies
  • Fitness and physical training
  • Basic foot drills in the NZ Cadet Forces
  • Community skills
  • Career skills
  • Basic computing
  • Navigation techniques
  • Firearm safety and handling
Employment opportunities

Graduates of this qualification will have the skills and knowledge to work or gain employment, in a wide range of roles in a variety of sectors. These may include:

  • ±¬×ߺÚÁÏ Defence Forces
  • NZ Police, Fire or related trades
  • Fitness industry
  • NZ Army or Navy
  • Trades work
  • Employment across a range of sectors

Entry requirements

To be eligible, applicants must:  

  • Be 16-19 years of age at the time of commencing study or 15 with a school leaving certificate.
  • Be proficient in the English language (both written and spoken). 
  • Not hold NCEA or similar qualifications. * Enrolment is subject to an interview process


About the provider

ATC Military and Vocational Prep uses military-style training, teaching, techniques and activities to prepare you for pathways into the workforce, possible careers in the ±¬×ߺÚÁÏ Defence Force, ±¬×ߺÚÁÏ Police or other related services. It can also help you get the credits needed to advance into further study or university. Don't let anything stand in the way of a great future. ATC – Aspiration. Teamwork. Confidence.

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