English: Communication Skills for Job Seekers
For learners with Intermediate, Upper Intermediate and Advanced English skills who are looking for work in NZ. Course fee $30/$122
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Sat 19 Sep
- TEC-subsidised course fee for qualifying learners $30.00 incl. GST
- $122.00 incl. GST
Sessions
Session 1
Sat 19 Sep 09:30 - Sat 19 Sep 16:00At Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 2
Sat 26 Sep 09:30 - Sat 26 Sep 16:00At Selwyn College, Auckland.Please note there is NO refund or transfer if you cancel less than 5 working days in advance of a class starting. Our refund policy can be read in full here.
Description
Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) course fee subsidy
This course offers a course fee subsidy through funding from the TEC for:
- NZ citizens;
- Those who hold a residency-class visa;
- Individuals granted refugee status;
- In some cases spouses of NZ citizens and permanent migrants may also qualify - please contact the office to enquire.
Conditions:
- Registrants must be aged 16 years or older.
- Registrants must not be currently enrolled at a secondary school.
- You should attend at least 80% of your classes to qualify for a fee subsidy.
- We need to collect extra information such as age, ethnicity, educational achievement and gender for statistical purposes.
- You must provide evidence of NZ citizenship, residency or refugee status.
If you are unable to meet these conditions, please contact the office to discuss your situation. The subsidised course fee is $30.
About the course
New Zealand needs immigrants’ skills and experience! However, the job market can be challenging, especially when English is not your first language and you don't know the 'Kiwi' way of doing things.
This practical course will support you to build the knowledge, skills and confidence you need. Join us to improve your job-seeking vocabulary and grammar. Learn how to show employers what you offer with a ‘Kiwi’ CV, cover letter and LinkedIn profile. Find out where to look for a job. Practise interviews the Kiwi way, and learn simple NZ employment law.
Your tutor is an experienced ESOL teacher and career coach.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course you will:
- Have the language, grammar and tools you need to summarise your skills (what you can do), experience (what you have done) and achievements (what you have achieved).
- Be able to write your CV and cover letter, use LinkedIn, look for a job, and answer interview questions - the Kiwi way.
- Understand how the job market works in NZ and know where to look for work.
- Have a personal plan to make progress in your job search.
Who should attend?
Immigrants who are looking for a job (or would like to change jobs). The course is suitable for students whose English language skills are Intermediate (B1) and above.
What to bring?
If you have a CV please bring it to class. You will not need to share it with anyone unless you choose to. (It is not a problem if you do not have one. We will cover this in class).
Testimonials
I’ve really enjoyed the course and learned a lot from you.
The materials couldn’t be better – I think they’re exactly what we need to achieve our goals.
Thank you so much for your advice about interviews. I’ve got a job offer!
