Program Overview

The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3) - Social Services program at NorthTec is a 19-week program that equips learners with basic academic skills and prepares them for further studies or career pathways in the social services field. The program focuses on developing strong study skills, communication abilities, numeracy, digital literacy, and research and presentation competencies. Successful graduates will possess the ability to manage their learning and work individually and collaboratively, apply knowledge from diverse sources to relevant tasks and problems, solve problems and communicate solutions effectively, and evaluate opportunities and chart a path in a field of study and employment aligned with their aspirations and skills.