Entry certificates in Foundational education, Ngā pōkaitahi whakauru mō te Mātauranga tūāpapa
Examples
Level 1–3 qualifications
How long it takes
Study for 6 months
Check with education providers about studying part time or online.
What you need
NCEA Level 1 or open entry
These courses develop your ability in reading, writing, maths and other school subjects, and how to research and analyse when you study.
Study level
Entry certificates are Levels 1–3. You can study Levels 1–3 for NCEA at secondary school. A higher level means the study or training is more advanced.
About qualification levelsCredits
60You need this many credits to earn an entry certificate. One credit equals about 10 hours of mahi like learning, studying and doing assessments. A year’s full-time tertiary study is usually worth 120 credits.
Find out ways to do study or training.
You can find a path towards study or training whether you're in or out of school. Figure out what entry requirements you need before you apply.
If you're in school
Level 1
NCEA
If you're out of school
Level 1 or 2
certificate
Other entry options
Entry options based on previous study or work experience
Apply
Check the education provider’s website for specific entry requirements and apply
Find out more
If you’re in school, Mēnā kei te kura tonu koe
Choose subjects for NCEA
NCEA is the qualification most
The subjects you choose for NCEA will help you get ready for future study or training.
If you're not sure which subjects to choose talk to your teacher or school career adviser.
If you're out of school, Mēnā kua wehe koe i te kura
Upskill before you study or train
If you’re out of school and don’t have NCEA you may need to upskill before you study or train.
You can get NCEA credits or complete a foundation or bridging qualification.
Check the education provider’s website to find out what you need to do.
Other entry options, Ētahi atu kōwhiringa whakauru
Special admission or adult entry
If you’re 20 or older you may qualify for special admission or adult entry if you don’t have NCEA. An education provider may consider your previous study or work experience and motivation. This type of entry depends on your individual situation.
Check the education provider’s website for more information.
Apply, Tono
Check for extra requirements and apply
Some study or training programmes have extra entry requirements like completing specific NCEA subjects, supplying a portfolio, or doing an interview.
Check the education provider’s website for extra requirements.
Find out where to look for scholarships and how to apply.
Find out study and training costs and ways you can pay.
Get support from the Government
Discover what student loans, allowances and government funding you can get to help you pay for study or training.
Where can I study or train?Ka taea e au te ako, te whakangungu rānei ki hea?,
51 education providers offer Entry certificates in Foundational education
18 offer remote learning
Other study and training options in Foundational educationĒtahi atu kōwhiringa ako me te whakangungu mō te Mātauranga tūāpapa,
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