The English Language Skills for Employment course is designed to help learners improve the English language skills needed to secure employment in New Zealand. The programme combines practical English language development with job-search skills, enabling students to communicate effectively in workplace situations and confidently apply for jobs.

Key reasons to choose this programme

• Improve English language skills for employment.
• Develop confidence in workplace communication.
• Learn how to search and apply for jobs in New Zealand.
• Build reading, writing, speaking and listening skills for employment.
• Gain basic digital literacy skills for modern workplaces.
• Study in supportive small classes with experienced English language tutors.
• Practical learning focused on real workplace situations.
• Government-funded for eligible domestic learners.

Subjects / Topics Offered

The programme focuses on developing practical English skills for employment.

Students study:

• Reading for employment
• Writing for employment
• Workplace speaking skills
• Workplace listening skills
• Job search strategies
• Job applications
• Communication in workplace situations
• Basic digital literacy
• Everyday workplace vocabulary
• Confidence building for employment
• Practical communication skills.

Programme Highlights

• Delivered by a Category 1 NZQA provider.
• Practical English for employment.
• Strong focus on job readiness.
• Basic digital literacy included.
• Friendly and experienced tutors.
• Small class sizes.
• Supportive multicultural learning environment.
• Flexible part-time study.
• Government-funded for eligible learners.
• Designed to improve employability and confidence.

Career Outcomes

Although this is not a professional qualification, the course prepares learners to:

• Apply confidently for jobs.
• Communicate effectively with employers.
• Improve workplace communication.
• Progress into entry-level employment.
• Access further vocational or English language study.

The English and employment skills gained can support opportunities in sectors such as:

• Retail
• Hospitality
• Customer Service
• Cleaning Services
• Warehousing
• Community Services
• Manufacturing
• General Administration
• Entry-level support roles.

Latest Updates / Special Requirements

• The programme is delivered part-time over 16 teaching weeks.
• Classes are held two days per week at the MIT ?tara Campus.
• Government-funded places remain subject to annual funding approval.
• Eligible learners can complete the programme free of tuition fees.
• The maximum period to complete the course under free study is five years (60 months).
• International students may enrol only if they hold an appropriate visa and meet MIT's admission requirements.