Ignition – Work & Study Skills Programme

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This programme is fully funded for eligible students.

Contact our team to find out more or apply now.

Rediscover your path to career or study success

Join our PEAP Ministry of Social Development (MSD) approved programme, and take the first steps towards re-engaging with employment.

Develop soft skills to increase confidence with interviews, setting career pathways, advice on employment issues, health and safety in the workplace, employability skills, and more.

This programme is available in either Henderson or Māngere. Just let us know which you would like when you apply online.

Duration and study options:

The Ignition Work & Study Skills Programme includes 4 weeks focused on learning the soft skills to get you work ready, followed by up to 12 weeks of support for your next steps into work or study.

Entry requirements:

To join this course you must be aged 18 or older and of Pacific descent. You must also be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident, and either unemployed, employed part-time or looking for a career change.

Teaching style:

Prepare for a new career with:

  • Group facilitation
  • One-on-one assistance and mentoring
  • Offsite employment related training
  • Placement into employment

What will I learn?

  • Develop the skills and confidence to successfully transition into the building or social services sectors
  • Get employment related industry-specific Certificates: Site Safe, Construct Safe, Confined Spaces, Wheels Tracks & Rollers, Elevated Work Platform, Traffic Management Certificates, First Aid etc.
  • Develop in demand soft skills – punctuality, reliability, and teamwork.

How will OCA support me?

  • Flexible learning programme tailored to your learning style
  • Support in relevant work readiness needs e.g. drivers license, transport support to the course etc.
  • Wrap-around Whānau Ora support – even once you’ve started working
  • Health and counselling services through The Fono

What will I walk away with?

  • Industry-specific Certificates: Site Safe, Construct Safe, Confined Spaces, Wheels Tracks & Rollers, Elevated Work Platform, Traffic Management Certificates, First Aid etc.
  • Career advice and pathways into employment or study
  • In work support and career development for 90 days

Course Tutor

Latanoa Bernard
Latanoa BernardIgnition - Work & Study Skills Programme Tutor