One year full-time
Up to four years part-time (part-time study is recommended)
Intakes are 17 weeks long
2022 Intake 1: 24 January to 20 May - Applications close 12 January 2022
2022 Intake 2: 21 March to 15 July - Applications close 9 March 2022
2022 Intake 3: 6 June to 30 September - Applications close 25 May 2022
2022 Intake 4: 1 August to 25 November - Applications close 20 July 2022
This programme is eligible for the Zero Fees Scheme.
A number of the ATT Diploma papers have a requirement where the student either needs to be teaching or have had teaching experience. There are no specific hours required but the student will need to reflect on their own practice or use it as a context for; ATT102, 104, 105, 107, 108 & 110
For the papers ATT101 and 103, the principles taught are theoretical and they cover best practice rather than current practice. Students will not need teaching experience or time for these papers.
ATT100 Theoretical Principles of Adult Learning (6 credits)This paper undertakes a critical analysis of selected theories and concepts of learning applicable to the adult learning experience, learning styles, motivation in adult education programmes, and workplace learning.
ATT101 Learning design for dynamic contexts (18 credits)This paper provides learners with the critical knowledge and skills to undertake learning design which is adaptable and responsive to differing contexts and environments.
ATT102 Meeting the needs of diverse learners and contexts (15 credits)This paper provides learners with the critical knowledge and skills to undertake learning design which is adaptable and responsive to differing contexts and environments.
ATT103 Culturally safe and inclusive adult learning environments in New Zealand (5 credits)This paper provides learners with an understanding of a values-based educational environment in a New Zealand setting, which incorporates respect for the mana and diverse cultural backgrounds of learners.
ATT104 Manage adult learning events (10 credits)This paper provides learners with skills and knowledge necessary for the successful planning and organisation of learning events, including reflection of learning event outcomes for future endeavours.
ATT105 Professional practice and leadership in adult learning (10 credits)This paper provides learners with skills and knowledge necessary to implement effective leadership practices in the management of provision for adult learning opportunities.
ATT106 Leading and supporting other practitioners an adult learning environment (It is recommended that ATT106 be taken after, or in the same intake as, ATT105, but not before ATT105) (10 credits)This paper provides learners with skills and knowledge necessary to implement effective leadership practices, which are underpinned by kaitiakitanga, in the provision for adult learning opportunities.
ATT107 Promote teaching environments that give primacy to learners (10 credits) This paper provides learners with skills and knowledge necessary to promote adult learning environments which give primacy to the learners.
ATT108 Decision-making, innovation and change in the adult learning environment (10 credits) This paper enables learners to undertake critical reflection and analysis of own practice with regards to decision-making, innovation and change, evaluating different methodologies for implementation.
ATT109 Quality assurance in assessment of adult learning (15 credits)This paper provides learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to undertake quality assurance in assessment and to reflect upon effectiveness of quality assurance processes in own practice.
ATT110 Design and evaluation of assessment materials in adult learning (15 credits)This paper provides learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to design and evaluate adult learning assessment materials in the context of stakeholder and organisational requirements and to implement processes for continuous improvement of assessment materials.
Graduates of this qualification will have the skills and knowledge for roles such as:
and/or undertake further study in adult education and tertiary teaching.
Applicants for this programme of study must have access to a minimum of 6 adult (e.g. over the age of 18) learners over the duration of the programme of study in order to enable them to undertake learning and reflection in an authentic setting.
Mature ApplicantsA qualification and/or equivalent work experience in a vocation or field in which they currently, or would like to, teach. Applicants over the age of 20 years at time of enrolment will be considered where they can demonstrate the ability to succeed in a programme. Examples of demonstration of ability to succeed are the provision of evidence of successful completion of a programme of study at Level 5 or above in a related discipline and/or employment in the related sector for one or more years. They may be admitted subject to programme regulations approved by the Head of Faculty in consultation with the Programme Manager as appropriate. Personal commitment and a belief in one’s own ability to succeed are important personal traits and will always be taken into consideration during the selection process.
English Language Requirements
Applicants, whose first language is not English, or who come from a country where the language of instruction in schools is not English, are required to provide evidence of having achieved one of the following
NCEA Level 3 with University Entrance, or
an International Baccalaureate Diploma or Cambridge A- level qualification for which the teaching and assessment was conducted in English; or
Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA),or Trinity College London Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CertTESOL);or
Successful completion of all primary education (being the equivalent of New Zealand primary school years 1 to 8) and at least three years of secondary education (being the equivalent of three years from New Zealand secondary school years 9 to 13) at schools in either New Zealand,,Australia,Canada, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States one of the countries listed in Rule 18.5 where the student was taught using English as the language of instruction; or
Successful completion of at least five years of secondary education (being the equivalent of New Zealand secondary school years 9 to 13) at schools in either New Zealand, Australia, Canada, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States where the student was taught using English as the language of instruction; or
Successful completion of a Bachelor's Degree, Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Bachelor Honours degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Masters' Degree or Doctoral Degree, the language of instruction of which must be in English and which must be from a tertiary education provider from New Zealand, Australia, Canada, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, the United Kingdom or the United States or
Successful completion of one of the following internationally recognised proficiency tests listed below to the level required of the programme of study and with all scores achieved in a single test during the two years preceding the proposed date of enrolment
IELTS test - Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 TOEFL Paper based test (pBT) - Score of 550 (with an essay score 5 TWE) TOEFL Internet based test (iBT) - Score of 60 (with a writing score of 18) Cambridge English Examination - B2 First or B2 First for schools or C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 169. No less than 162 in each skill. OET - Minimum of Grade C or 200 in all sub-tests NZCEL - a) Expiring Level b) Current: a) Level 4 (Academic) b) Level 4 (Academic) Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42 Language Cert - C1 Expert IESOL (LRWS) with PASS and no less than Pass in each skill Trinity ISE - ISE II with no less than distinction in any band
* New versions of some NZCEL qualifications, and in some cases new qualifications, were published on 13 June 2017. These are intended to replace pre-existing versions and qualifications, which have been given expiring status until discontinued on 31 December 2019. (a) denotes expiring (b) denotes current
Suggested study path/combinations
Part time study is recommended for this qualification.
The number of credits selected per intake should depend on work, family, and other commitments. The recommended maximum study load per intake is 30 credits.
Subject to prerequisites, which are outlined in the information provided, units may be studied in any order.
Additional information
Cross Credits
Students who have previously completed any of the above units at another learning institution can apply to have the unit(s) cross credited to their record of learning at SIT. This is done by filling in a cross credit application form and attaching proof of achievement. The cross credit application form is available on MySIT or from the Programme Administrator. If you wish to apply for a cross credit, please attach the completed form to your application. Forms can be found at: http://www.sit.ac.nz/Students/Academic-Support
Unspecified Cross Credits
If you have completed unit standards in Adult Education or Adult Literacy and Numeracy, which are not listed on the application form, you may be eligible for an unspecified cross credit. Please refer to the National Programme Document (http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/nqfdocs/quals/pdf/0379.pdf) or contact your administrator for more details. Granting of unspecified cross credits is at the discretion of the Programme Manager.
All SIT2LRN courses require you to have a computer and Internet access. Students are required to use their SIT webmail only for all SIT2LRN communications. All course materials and information, including assessments and due dates, are located on the online Blackboard system. Once you have been accepted into a programme you will receive an Important Information Booklet that includes information that you can use to familiarise yourself with our online Blackboard learning environment. From the intake start date you will have access to the online course materials to work through.
Facilitator Assistance: During the enrolled intake period, students have email access to Facilitators, who endeavour to respond to emails within 48 hours (week days only). All students are required, within the first two weeks of an intake, to send an email to their Facilitator confirming their start on the programme of study. Students who have not emailed their facilitator or embarked upon their course of study by the end of the 2nd week of an intake, will be Faculty Withdrawn from the programme. Such withdrawals may impact on future access to SIT Zero Fees Scheme and Student Direct Material Costs are still liable for payment.
Progress reports are sent out 6-8 weeks after the end of each intake.
We recommend students new to SIT2LRN read through the Frequently Asked Questions section of our website for further study and enrolment information.
Please use the following checklist to ensure that all relevant information and documentation has been included. Remember, your application will be assessed based on the information that you provide us with. Processing of your application will be delayed if we need to come back to you for missing information.
What is the Zero Fees Scheme?
The Zero Fees Scheme means we do not charge tuition fees. However, there is a Student Direct Material Cost that you need to pay and a non-refundable administration fee. The administration fee is for processing your application and the Student Direct Material Cost gives you secure access to Blackboard® our online learning environment and to student support services throughout your study with us.
Who qualifies for the Zero Fees Scheme?
Instructions to help you with your application:
If you are a new student …
Attach supporting documents as required and outlined on the previous page.
What happens next?
To satisfactorily complete the New Zealand Diploma in Adult and Tertiary Teaching (Level 6), and be awarded this qualification the student must successfully achieve:
Please Note: Students failing to engage in study as per programme requirements may forfeit Zero Fees entitlement.
This qualification builds on the New Zealand Certificate in Adult Education and Training (Level 5).
Assessments for this programme typically include discussion board postings, written reports and preparation and delivery of learning sessions to adult learners. There are no exams for this programme. Assessments posted to the facilitator will not be returned and will be destroyed after 12 months.
For more information on required and recommended textbooks for this course please refer to the textbook list here.
Please note that textbooks need to be ordered at least 3-4 weeks prior to the commencement of your study
