Our training may be free to you if you are eligible for the
Department of Work and Income (DWI) Training Incentive Allowance.
You may be eligible for the Training Incentive Allowance if
you are the recipient of one of the following benefits:
- Domestic Purposes
- Invalids
- Widows
If you are unsure of you're eligibility contact your WINZ case manager.
There's no expense to you if they approve your application.
Everything you need is supplied to you. This includes:
- The loan of a computer and printer
- Tutor support by e-mail or phone, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
weekdays
- 66 hours free internet time (providing you have a landline
phone account)
- Workbooks, which are yours to keep
- All consumables needed: printer paper, printer ink,
and
blank disks
- Free postage to us
You will however need a place to put the computer (as a desk is
not supplied), and three power points to plug it into.
You'll also need to be able to contact us, either by landline or
cell phone.
Most importantly you need a desire to learn.
Karoro Certificate in Computing
The only requirement you need to start this course is
to be a confident
reader
You will learn computer skills for the workplace
using MS Windows 2000 and MS Office 2000.
These include word-processing, spreadsheets,
database, e-mail and
more.
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National Certificate in Computing Level 2
The Karoro Certificate in Computing or equivalent must
be completed prior to enrolling in this course.
In addition to learning more on the subjects
covered in the Karoro Certificate in Computing, you will learn about
desktop
publishing, and integration of
computer applications.
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National Certificate in Computing Level 3
To enroll in this course you must already have the
National Certificate in Computing Level 2.
You will learn more advanced word processing
and desktop publishing as well as using Microsoft
PowerPoint to
produce a presentation.
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Karoro Certificate in Business Skills
The Karoro Certificate in Computing or equivalent must
be completed prior to enrolling in this course.
This course is designed to provide additional
skills
for office and self-employment environments.
You will learn
about health and safety in the
workplace, financial administration, intermediate
word processing,
and use a small business
accounting package (MYOB).
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National Certificate in Business Skills Level 2 & 3
This qualification is the first of four qualifications in
business administration for those seeking employment
and/or further training and education.
The certificate covers a broad
range of skills required
for successful business administration including: keyboard
and typing skills, meeting production requirements,
effective use of computer technology; telephone
and
customer service skills, and positive participation in a
professional team environment.
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Special Courses
If you have already completed some of the unit
standards required for our courses we can tailor
a special
course to your needs. Call us to discuss
your options.
What is the course format like?
You can start your programme at any time of the year.
During the 25 week course of study you work at your
own pace following the workbooks provided.
You may complete as many units as you have time
for, with extra units supplied if you complete the
qualification that you enrolled for. Students wishing to
complete their course in the time available should
commit up to 20 hours per week for study.
Are courses NZQA accredited?
All courses cover NZQA unit standards. The units you
pass are entered onto your NZQA Record of Learning,
so that if you go on to further training with another
provider you won’t have to redo any work you’ve done.
Our courses provide an ideal foundation for anyone
progressing on to higher tertiary qualifications.
How much does it cost?
The full fee of $2140.00 (2007) is usually payable
using the Training Incentive Allowance.
Please note that approval of funding using the
Training Incentive Allowance is entirely at the
discretion of the Department of Work & Income.
What if I get stuck with a problem?
Our course tutors are keen to receive your calls.
They are available Monday - Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm.
What if I don't finish my course?
You can see your case manager about the possibility of
them paying for an extension to the course. You will receive
a certificate listing the units you've passed, regardless of
whether or not you complete all the units of your course.
How do I apply?
You'll need to make an appointment to see your WINZ case
manager to discuss the possibility of doing a course with us.
The next stage is to fill out the application form and give it
to your case manager to complete. You can then fold it up
and post it, no stamps required.
I need an application form!
Click here to download our application form.
Alternatively click here to request an application form by post.
I have more questions!
Call our freephone number, our friendly staff
will be happy to help.
