New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways

Worried about whether or not you’ve got what it takes to be a successful student? BTI offers a certificate that is designed to equip you with increased knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed academically. It is specifically for those who are not yet ready to enrol directly into one of our degree programmes.

This is a nineteen-week full-time programme which prepares students for tertiary study for people-helping professions such as social work, counselling or teaching. On successful completion of this qualification, graduates may be eligible to apply for the entry interview for the related bachelor degree programmes at BTI.

The programme includes

Straightforward and useful study skills, including reading academically, essay writing, referencing, time management, and critical reading
Interaction with ideas that challenge your thinking and expand your world
An opportunity to explore your own rangatiratanga (self-determination)
Formation of a plan to assist you in reaching your tertiary study goals
A warm, friendly, supportive environment in which to learn

Why study the certificate at BTI?

Targeted programme aimed at supporting entry to BTI degree programmes
Christian-based programme where educators walk alongside students
Totally online course
Varied learning activities with relevant, incremental assessments

“This course has taught me so many skills, from time management, reading, note taking, structure of essays and reports. It has built my confidence to believe that I can succeed in the degree.”

Maria Cleland – Graduate, NZ Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways