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Biography Sheree’s passion for teaching and learning is demonstrated by her many years of dedication to the tertiary education sector in teaching, programme leader and learning advisor roles. Sheree’s breadth of experience is illustrated in the variety of programmes she has taught on, from...
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First time study With her sights set on the Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology), her first steps towards her goal was completing the New Zealand Certificate in Study Career and Preparation (Level 4). The programme helps to develop the necessary skills for further study at a tertiary level,...
After graduating in 2021, Jenaia worked as Head of Marketing for a financial services firm, and says, after a long learning journey, she could proudly call herself a Marketing Specialist in the financial services sector. She continued her study journey by completing the Graduate Diploma in...
Now working as a quantity surveyor at Calder Stewart Construction in Otago, he found his years on-site helped him thrive in an industry he is passionate about, and in a job where he is constantly learning. Downing tools When Travis first made the decision to ‘down tools’ and look into...
Gain technical knowledge and skills to perform administrative office tasks and produce a variety of business documents. We offer two, ZERO FEE* Certificates in Business (Administration & Technology) New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 3) New Zealand...
Until a few years ago, her education journey had taken a back seat to looking after family, including her three children, who are now adults. Now, finding the flexibility of distance learning meant she could fit study around her other commitments, she is proud to have completed the New Zealand...