Study and Career Preparation - Support Work and Social Work Pathway, Level 3
Gain the academic skills and entry required for higher level study in support work and then social work
This six month course is designed to build your skills for long term academic and career success by ensuring the essential layers of learning are in place. Support Work / Social Work Pathway covers skills for academic study as a compulsory course and then three other courses are chosen. These courses include te reo, Introduction to the Human Body, Introduction to Nutrition, Fitness Training and Coaching Practice or Making Sense of Calculations.
You will take core courses designed to equip you with fundamental academic skills to take you to level 4. There is no work placement component at this level.
This programme is a gateway to NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing and then on to the Bachelor of Social Work if all requirements are met. If the destination is another bachelor degree, students may want to complete the NZ Certificate in Study and Career Preparation Level 4.
Fees for 2024
Fees for 2025
This programme has open entry. English language requirements apply.
What if English is not my first Language?
If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study.
- If you are a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident, complete an Admission and Enrolment form and Ara will contact you regarding a free assessment.
- If you are not a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent resident, book an IELTS or other test through the Ara Examination Centre or in your home country.
- IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.
- What if I have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance?
- You do not need to provide additional evidence of English Language skills.
Overall IELTS 5.0 Academic
- 5.0 Listening
- 5.0 Reading
- 5.0 Writing
- 5.0 Speaking
Funding assistance
If you face unexpected financial hardship during your studies, we have several funds that you can apply for. These are designed to enable you to continue your current course of study. We also have a wide range of scholarships and awards that can provide financial assistance.
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This certificate will prepare you for further study by developing your basic and general academic skills before you embark on full time certificate, diploma or degree programmesStudy pathways
The Certificate in Study and Career Preparation Level 3 (Support Work and Social Work Pathway) leads directly to the Certificate in Health and Wellbeing.
New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3) (Support Work and Social Work)
Gain the academic skills and entry required for higher level study in support work and then social work
| Information | |
|---|---|
| Type | Certificate |
| Code | NZ2863 |
| Next Starts | February 2025 |
| May be available for Study Visa? | Yes |
| International application close date | 8 February |
| Credits | 60 |
| Level | 3 |
| May be eligible for Fees Free? | Yes |
| Reference | NZ2863-SWSP |
Fees for 2024
Fees for 2025
Placements or workplace assignments are an integral part of this programme. You don’t need to supply evidence of your Covid vaccination status to apply for or to study this programme but please be aware that some workplaces may require evidence from you that you are fully vaccinated for Covid before allowing you to complete work at their organisation. The number of organisations at which your placement or workplace assignment can be completed may be impacted, depending on your vaccination status.
With an internationally-recognised Ara qualification, the world is your oyster. Our graduates can be found working and making a difference across the globe…
MoreCredit Recognition
If you have prior relevant experience or previous related study credits, you may be eligible for credit recognition towards this qualification.
Find out moreDocuments
- Admission & Enrolment Form PDF, 426 KB
- International Application Form PDF, 357 KB
- Pathways for Study and Career Preparation Level 3 PDF, 654 KB
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