Study tertiary teaching (NZCALNE)
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Duration and study methods
Full-time for 17 teaching weeks, part-time available.
The maximum time to complete this programme part-time is 2 years.
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Start dates
February, July
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Qualification
New Zealand Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education Vocational/Workplace (Level 5)Programme code: NZ2754 -
Credits
40 -
Locations
MIT Ōtara
Online
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Domestic fees
Free~
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International fees
Not available to international students
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Free* study
Programme highlights
Learn the most effective strategies to teach adults essential skills in literacy and numeracy.
This programme is for anyone who wants to work as a vocational or workplace educator and trainer and is essential for those working with foundation students at levels 1 and 2. You will learn how to tailor your teaching to suit the educational needs of your students.
With blended delivery you can study full-time or part-time so your study can fit around your work and life commitments.
Entry requirements
General
Applicants must be currently teaching or have regular access to tertiary teaching or vocational training environments.
Academic criteria
Applicants must hold a nationally recognised Level 4 qualification in any discipline or equivalent (if equivalent, applicants may be required to attend an interview to determine their suitability to study on this level 5 programme).
English language requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of IELTS (Academic) band score of 5.5 or no band lower than 5.
Safety checking
If working with learners under 18 years of age then applicants will need to meet the requirements of the Vulnerable Children's Act through an attestation from their employer.
Special & discretionary admission
Any ākonga who is 20 years of age or older and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme is eligible for Special Admission. Te Pūkenga works with the ākonga to ensure they are prepared for their intended programme. Any ākonga who is not yet 20 years of age and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme may be eligible for Discretionary Admission. In assessing whether to grant Discretionary Admission, the delegated authority focuses on the applicant’s level of preparedness for their intended programme.
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Programme structure
You will need to complete the below four courses (40 credits):
103.501 The Literacy and Numeracy Journey in Aotearoa (10 credits)
To explore adult literacy and numeracy education in Aotearoa.
103.502 Learner Adult Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Tools (10 credits)
Develop skills in using appropriate adult literacy and numeracy assessment tools within vocational and/or educational settings.
761.506 Celebrating Diversity (10 credits)
Develop an appreciation of the diversity of learners in New Zealand and the importance of cultural competency when applying literacy and numeracy frameworks.
905.525 Learner-Centred Design (10 credits)
To develop learner centred design skills including mapping, embedding and evaluating adult literacy and numeracy processes in a variety of vocational and educational settings.
Do you want to study a single course, without enrolling into the full programme?
Courses within some of our programmes may be offered as an individual Certificate of Proficiency (COP). Programme entry requirements and course fees apply. For more information, please speak to our friendly Ask Me! team.
Further training or study
Career opportunities
Graduates of this qualification will have the skills and knowledge for roles such as a vocational or workplace educator and trainer with the ability to embed literacy and numeracy into their programme.
Graduates of this programme can have credit recognized for two courses (Celebrating Diversity and Learner Centred Design) towards the New Zealand Certificate in Adult and Tertiary Teaching (Level 5). For potential salaries visit careers.govt.nz.
“I have studied at a number of well-regarded tertiary institutions in New Zealand and have postgraduate qualifications including a master’s degree from those institutes.
However, the Graduate Certificate in Applied eLearning from MIT has been, by far, one of the most interesting, practical and well-run courses I have encountered.
An excellent lecturer, with lots of support, and timely responses. I have found studying at MIT to have been a really rewarding, positive experience.”
Adam Chao
English language teacher
“I've really enjoyed doing the NZCALNE courses. It's been very insightful, reflective and I've enjoyed the experience.
What I appreciate most is the fact that it is self-directed, caters to learners' different learning styles and the variety of learning resources.
Also, I appreciate the deadline for assessments at the end of the semester.
Both lecturers have been very helpful and supportive and responded to my queries promptly.”
Dr Alages Andre
MIT graduate
“I have studied at a number of well-regarded tertiary institutions in New Zealand and have postgraduate qualifications including a master’s degree from those institutes.
However, the Graduate Certificate in Applied eLearning from MIT has been, by far, one of the most interesting, practical and well-run courses I have encountered.
An excellent lecturer, with lots of support, and timely responses. I have found studying at MIT to have been a really rewarding, positive experience.”
Adam Chao
English language teacher
“I chose to study the graduate certificates in activity based learning and applied e-Learning at MIT because the programmes were very relevant to my teaching.
I was able to apply the knowledge and skills I learnt in the classroom environment which benefited the students. The courses were flexible with part-time or full-time options and online which meant I could manage the study around my work commitments.
The lecturers were very supportive and always available to help you be successful in your study.
The courses provide both an understanding of the underpinning theories and approaches and practical experiences in the classroom with the students.
It has made my teaching more intentional and I have a deeper understanding of the approaches I use.
The students benefit from the knowledge and skills I gained during my study because I am able to create an environment that actively engages them in the learning process.”
Wendy Reinink
MIT graduate
“Doing NZCALNE was a truly enriching experience. I was particularly impressed by the practical approach to learning, and the hands-on experience that I gained in this course has given me the confidence to apply my newfound knowledge in my profession.
The course content covered a wide range of topics, including the theoretical foundations of adult literacy and numeracy, the importance of culturally responsive teaching, and strategies for promoting learner engagement and motivation. I found it highly useful to understand the Māori and Pasifika learners' worldviews of education and their specific needs in the context of literacy and numeracy and to design lessons for learners from these accordingly. This is an area that is often overlooked in mainstream education.
I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to improve their understanding of adult literacy and numeracy in the New Zealand context, especially for Māori and Pasifika learners. The course has given me the confidence and skills to make a real difference in the lives of my learners, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have completed it.”
Ajmal Khan
MIT graduate
“This course has enabled me to gain a deeper understanding of adult learning and design with knowledge of how this can be used to create, design and implement effective learning solutions.
The standards of the content that I create have improved significantly as I now have the knowledge and skills that I needed. During the completion of this course, I was able to secure an instructional design role which I would have not been able to do, had I not enrolled in this course.
A huge thank you to Krishan and the team for guiding me and providing me with the tools to improve my work, change careers and follow my dreams.”
Bernice Urquart
MIT graduate
Ready to put your plans in place?
~This programme will be free for New Zealand citizens, residents entitled to reside in New Zealand indefinitely, and refugees and protected persons (under the Immigration Act 2009), of all ages, that are eligible for tertiary study. Proof of residency status required. Entry criteria apply, and some costs may also apply.
Information is correct as at 5 December 2024. Programme fees are based on a full-time student and may vary depending on your final selection of courses that make up your programme. Where the fees are indicative, the approximate fees quoted in this publication are based on the indicative 2025 fee structure. The indicative programme fees for 2025 do not include the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF). The CSSF is an additional levy to your 2025 programme or course fees. Further information about the CSSF can be found here www.manukau.ac.nz/cssf. Programmes stated as eligible for free study in 2025 are based on the 2024 fee structure and subject to funding confirmation for 2025. All fees are in New Zealand Dollars. You will be advised of the current fees at the time of enrolment. All courses and programmes will proceed subject to numbers and academic approval. Manukau Institute of Technology is part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology. Te Pūkenga is accredited under the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020. International students must study in class and will not be able to enrol for online study options.