New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 2)
- NZQA approved
- 18 weeks (Full time)
- Level 2
- 60 Credits
This programme provides people with basic learning and employability skills needed to pursue further education or employment.
What you will learn:
Through Cavalli College’s study modes of learning, including online access and face-to-face, along with our unique student support, you will:
- Work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds
- Apply self-management and resilience strategies
- Develop work-relevant communication, literacy, numeracy and digital skills
- Recognise your rangatiratanga strengths and how they can guide your future pathways
Achieving this qualification will help you to:
- Develop the skills, attitude and confidence to pursue further study or employment
- Understand your strengths and pursue a career suited to your own unique identity, abilities and passions
- Find employment in entry-level roles across a range of people and service fields
Why study with Cavalli College?
By mastering fundamental skills, you will become more confident in your abilities and more willing to approach new challenges and learning experiences.
Enhanced employability
Foundation skills, including communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, are key attributes for workplace success and are often required for entry-level positions.
Pathway to further study
Foundation Skills qualifications can lead to NCEA Level 2 and other qualifications, opening doors to further education, training, and career opportunities.
Support for re-engagement
Cavalli College offers a structured and supportive environment that enables you to build confidence, overcome learning barriers, and re-engage with learning.
Wrap-around support
Personalised academic and pastoral support every step of the way. Your success is our priority!
More information:
Entry criteria
Academic entry
- Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years old to commence the programme.
- Applicants must demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills based on previous study, or be developing skills towards Step 3 for Literacy and Step 4 for Numeracy on the Literacy and Numeracy for Adults Assessment Tool.
English proficiency
- All international applicants and domestic applicants for whom English is an additional language and te reo Māori is not the first language must provide evidence of meeting English language requirements according to Rule 22 of the NZQA Programme Approval and Accreditation Rules 2025 for the level of the programme.
Fees
For information about programme fees contact us.
Courses
- F201 – Discover Who I Am
- F202 – Believe my Best Self
- F203 – Know the People and Places
- F204 – Communicate and Collaborate Appropriately
- F205 – Design my Direction
Total credits: 60
Pathways
Achieving this qualification will help you to:
- Develop the skills, attitude and confidence to pursue further study or employment
- Understand your strengths and pursue a career suited to your own unique identity, abilities, and passions
- Find employment in entry-level roles across a range of people and service fields
Cavalli College qualifications have been designed with many pathway options available. Upon completion of this programme, you will be eligible to apply for a variety of further study options.
View the pathway diagram illustrating the flow of our qualifications and how they complement each other.
Study dates
Flexible monthly start dates
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