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Te Ara Pūtake: My Academic Pathway
New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4)
EF1804
Course details
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23 Oct 2018Feb 2019Jul 2019
- One semester
- Full-time or Part-time
- $3266 per semester
- You may qualify for fee free study under Fees Free Policy or MPTT
- Level 4
- Hamilton City Campus
Summary
This programme is for those who want to begin study, but need to build confidence or brush up on skills. Students will choose from five pathways that align with their career goals, including: Health, Social Practice, Media Arts, Early Childhood, and the Open pathway for general subjects and skills.
Students will gain essential academic knowledge, capabilities, and skills needed to succeed at higher levels of study.
Students will be introduced to new ideas and concepts in a step-by-step way, building their confidence as we guide them without holding their hand along the way. Classes range from lectures to small classes and labs (Health pathway), with a lot of online support. Tutors will support students at every step of their journey, and there is an option of whānau based delivery for Māori and Pasifika students in the Health pathway.
On completion of the programme students will achieve a national qualification, the New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4), and be able to apply for further study in their preferred career pathway.
What you'll learn
All students will enrol in two core modules plus another two modules from their chosen pathway. The core modules are:
- Te Ao Hurihuri Futures: The focus of this module is on our changing world and the changing nature of work
- Pukenga Matauranga Academic Skills: The focus of this module is on research, writing styles, team work and communication
Open pathway
This prepares students for a range of higher level study pathways including information technology, business, engineering and industrial design, and sport. This pathway gives students an opportunity to get involved in project planning and design thinking in their selected career field and has a strong digital technologies component. This pathway is offered in semester 1 and 2.
Health pathway
This prepares students for further study in nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, sports science or other health related programmes. Students will learn about anatomy and physiology of the human body, wellness and human development. If students would like to learn in a whānau-based Māori and Pasifika classroom environment they can enrol into Te Tūāpapa Hauora. This pathway is offered in semester 1 and 2.
Early Childhood pathway
This prepares students for further study in early childhood education programmes. Students will learn about children’s developmental needs, safety and play, and ethics for working with children. Please note: This programme will support students' entry application into the Bachelor of Teaching (ECE) degree programme but is not a guaranteed pathway. Candidates who complete this course will still need to meet the other entry criteria for the degree (interview, numeracy and literacy testing). This pathway provides a pathway to Wintec's Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) for over 20 year olds only. Those aged under 20 require university entrance to gain entry to the Bachelor of Teaching (ECE). This pathway is offered in semester 1 and 2 if numbers allow.
Social Service pathway
This prepares students for further study in social work and counselling programmes. Students will learn about values, beliefs, world views, key social issues and be introduced to career opportunities in the social service sector. This pathway is only offered in semester 2.
Media Arts pathway
View programme modules
Note: no value in the pre/co-requisite columns means there are no pre/co-requisites for that module.
Group A: Core modules
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU401 | Te Ao Hurihuri Futures | 4 | 15 | ||
| GEDU402 | Pūkenga Mātauranga Academic Skills | 4 | 15 |
Group B: Health pathway modules
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU403 | Wellness and Human Development | 4 | 15 | ||
| GEDU404 | Applied Structure and Function of the Human Body | 4 | 15 |
Group C: Early Childhood pathway modules Please note: this pathway provides a pathway to Wintec's Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) for over 20 year olds only. Those aged under 20 require university entrance to gain entry to the Bachelor of Teaching (ECE).
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU403 | Wellness and Human Development | 4 | 15 | ||
| GEDU405 | Early Childhood Pathway | 4 | 15 |
Group D: Social Services pathway modules
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU403 | Wellness and Human Development | 4 | 15 | ||
| GEDU406 | Social Services Pathway | 4 | 15 |
Group E: Open pathway modules
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU407 | Directed Project | 4 | 15 | ||
| GEDU408 | Technology for Study | 4 | 15 |
Group F: Elective pathway modules
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU403 | Wellness and Human Development | 4 | 15 | ||
| GEDU408 | Technology for Study | 4 | 15 |
Group G: Creative Industries pathway modules
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU409 | Creative Project | 4 | 15 | ||
| GEDU410 | Creative Practice | 4 | 15 |
Graduate profile
Marama Hill always dreamed of being a midwife, and now, thanks to completing the Wintec Te Ara Pūtake Academic Pathway course, her dream will become a reality next month.
The mum of six has worn many hats over the years, she is a qualified chef by trade, but the long hours and late nights of hospitality were too strenuous on her family. So she retired as a chef and started working as an early childhood teacher. But now that the time is right, and her children are older, she is returning to study midwifery – her lifelong dream.
Career/Further Opportunities
Graduates of this programme may have enhanced employment opportunities in industries and professions associated with the context of their programme.
Holders of this qualification will be able to progress to further study or training at NZQF Level 5 and above (degree, diploma or certificate) related to the context of their programme.
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Entry criteria
General Academic Admission
Candidates are required to have gained:
i)NCEA Level 1; and a minimum of 36 credits at NCEA Level 2; or
ii) A relevant qualification at NZQF Level 3 or above; or
iii) Equivalent.
Special Admission
Domestic applicants aged 20 years or above who have not met the General Admission or entry requirements for a programme but whose skills, education or work experience indicate that they have a reasonable chance of success may be eligible for Special Admission. Special admission will be granted at the discretion of the Centre Director or designated nominee.
Provisional Entry
Domestic applicants aged under 20 years who have not met the general academic admission and entry criteria for a programme but who can demonstrate a reasonable chance of success through other educational attainment, and /or work or life experience may be eligible for provisional entry at the discretion of the Centre Director or designated nominee. Provisional entry places restrictions
on re-enrolment to be lifted if the applicant’s performance is deemed satisfactory by the Centre Director or designated nominee.
Selection Criteria
Candidates may be required to participate in an interview.
English Language Requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 5.5 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 or equivalent.
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Pathways
Your first day
Are you ready for your first day of class? Check out your start date and where you need to be. You can also find useful information about studying at Wintec on our Welcome page.
Year 1 students starting semester 1 2019
Date: 8 February 2019
Time: 11am - 2.30pm
Venue: The Atrium - City Campus
Date: 8 February 2019
Time: 11am - 2.30pm
Venue: The Atrium - City Campus
Year 1 students starting semester 2 2019
Date: 20 July 2019
Time: 11am - 2.30pm
Venue: The Atrium - City Campus
1. Come to the Atrium in Wintec house at 11am to meet your tutors and new classmates, be given an overview of your programme of study and receive a personalised timetable.
It is essential that you attend Induction Day because your participation sets you up for successful study at Wintec.
2. You are invited to bring whanau and friends to Induction so they can support you on your first day of study and find out what your study is all about.
3. Get prepared before induction day and make all necessary arrangements for childcare, work, and transport.
What you need to know
1. If you have any questions please contact us on 0800 2 WINTEC (0800 2 2946832) extension 3140 or come to the Centre for Education and Foundation Pathways Office, D Block, Lower Ground Floor. Please keep us updated about any changes to your enrolment.
2. You can view your provisional timetable via the Wintec website once you have accepted your enrolment agreement. This timetable may be subject to change and you will receive your finalised timetable and class at Induction.
3. Bring a pen and paper on your first day. There are no required text books and workbooks will be provided to you during class.
4. You have the option of bringing your own device (laptop, tablet). We strongly encourage this as you will be able to follow along more closely in some lectures and classes. If you have trouble purchasing a device we recommend contacting Studylink regarding Course Related Costs. All students also have access to computer labs and computers in the HUB.
Course guide
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Course guide (prospectus)
Postgraduate health and social practice course guide (prospectus)
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Postgraduate health course guide (prospectus)
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