Program

• English

  Everyday English 1 This free course is for people who have little or no English language skills. Ideally suited for new migrants and refugees who need to learn the basics in a supportive learning environment. Everyday English 2 This free course is for people who already have basic English language skills. Ideally suited for new migrants and refugees who need to improve their English language skills as well as those people who need to improve their literacy and numeracy. These courses will help ESOL speakers gain confidence in the use of English and teach them about life and work in New Zealand. Both courses are 12 weeks part time - 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Who is eligible: - New Zealand citizens or residents - New migrants and refugees or for people whom English is their second language - People who are pre-literate or have low levels of English language and literacy - People 16 years and over Both courses are funded by the Tertiary Education Commission and are NZQA accredited and approved. For further information please refer to Learner eligibility on the TEC website. For further information contact Doris Garcia here. For brochures in other languages please click here. Back to courses.

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  Digital Literacy This free course will give learners a good understanding of basic computing which will help them participate in the modern digital environment or pursue a career in Information Technology via further training or assist them in gaining employment. The course lasts for 120 hours. This course is ideal for new migrants, refugees or for people whom English is their second language who want to learn the basics of computing. For further details email office@activeinstitute.co.nz or phone 278 0849. Times are Monday - Friday (9.00 am — 1.00 pm) Who is eligible - New Zealand citizens or residents and refugees - People aged 16 years and older and who are not a full time secondary school student For brochures in other languages please click here. This free course is funded by the Tertiary Education Commission. For further information please refer to Learner eligibility on the TEC website. Back to courses.

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  Foundation English This free course teaches learners how to communicate more effectively and participate more within New Zealand society. Learners will gain the confidence to carry on with their studies or enter the workforce. This course is ideal for new migrants, refugees or for people whom English is their second language. For further details email office@activeinstitute.co.nz. The course lasts for 120 hours. Times are Monday - Friday (9.00 am — 1.00 pm) Who is eligible - New Zealand citizens or residents - People aged 16 years and older and who are not a full time secondary school student For brochures in other languages please click here. This course is funded by the Tertiary Education Commission. For further information please refer to Learner eligibility on the TEC website. Back to courses.

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  Employment Preparation and Placement Program. This FREE 8 week part-time programme is designed to prepare WINZ job seekers for employment. Job seekers will be provided with the necessary skills, certifications and techniques to successfully move into work. Job seekers will become proficient in interview participation as well as job searching skills required for employment in their chosen industry. Job seekers will also learn how to identify and talk about their skills, how to present themselves for an inteview and how to understand employability skills in the New Zealand work environment. Register here for our Employment Preparation and Placement programme. What is required from you - Be in receipt of a Work and Income New Zealand benefit - A referral letter from your case manager - Be 25 years and over - A willingness to be work ready - Be ready to accept training - A commitment to attend the programme everyday Industries Covered - Aged Care and Personal Services - Building and Construction - Hospitality - Security - Warehousing and Logistics What we offer - Preparing job seekers for employment - Client focused training to suit your chosen industry - Hands on Training - Free certifications - Travel Expenses paid - Driver Licence preparation - Well experienced employment coaches - Friendly and stimulating learning environment - A variety of up-to-date job preparation techniques and resources - An established institute, serving the community since 1988 Hours Monday - Friday (9.00 am - 1.00 pm). For further information contact Doris Garcia here or phone (09) 278 0849. Active Institute is a Ministry of Social Development Level 4 provider. Back to courses.