At RTC everyone, no matter their past, can learn to learn. And when you know that you can learn, that raises confidence because everything becomes possible. Our Literacy and Numeracy programme (ILN) is a great place to start to take back some control and direction over your life. These days, good levels of reading, writing, speaking and math’s are essential to living a good life, however not everyone has had the opportunity in the past to learn effectively, in the way that they needed, and in a way that values them as a person - that is until now.
Based on the Te Whare Tapa Wha model of holistic health our ILN programme aims to improve all around whole person well being, as well as being individually learner directed to ensure that the needs of each individual are being met and in their own time. This means the learning context could be anything from driver licensing, trades, finding employment, budgeting to cooking (and more). Relevancy to self ensures that students are engaged and learning often without realising that they are actually "studying". People develop their capabilities in literacy and numeracy allowing them to move onto higher education and / or employment, dependent upon their individual needs and requirements.
This programme is completely free as it is government funded. It is suitable for all ages from 15 years (with a Ministry of Education early leaving exemption), for anyone who is yet to achieve academically, to learners in their 80's and beyond, it is never too late to learn, and you can do so at Regent Training Centre in a safe an supportive environment. Tuition hours are a minimum of 5 per week, though 20 hours per week is recommended to make the most progress, up to a total of 300 hours of tuition and assessment in any given calendar year. Due to the flexibility of the programme, you will in most cases be able to remain on a benefit, however please talk to your Case Manager to confirm this for your self, MSD may also be able to subsidise some travel to and from campus for you, again please check with your specific Case Manager.
For many people the shame of having lower levels of literacy and numeracy is embarrassing and can lead to low self confidence in all areas of their life. However, please don’t let that lack of confidence stop you, or someone you know, from getting the support needed, we are here to help. Our programme is free to those eligible and you can start at any time, just contact us when you are ready to take the next step.
For many people the stigma of having lower levels of literacy and numeracy is embarrassing and can lead to low self confidence in all areas of their life. However, please don’t let that lack of confidence stop you, or someone you know, from getting the support needed, we are here to help. Our programme is free to those eligible and you can start at any time, just contact us when you are ready to take the next step.
“Regent Training is different to school because you are encouraged to learn and to achieve rather than discouraged...here you become more confident and motivated” (Joshua)