At Southland Community College our programmes will inspire you to gain the skills necessary to get started in employment, gain national qualifications or carry on with further education. Not only do you learn practical hands-on skills, you will also learn communication skills and enhance your presentation skills and personal development. This includes learning about teamwork, time management, job search practices and much more.
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if you would like to know more about any of our programmes.
Recruitment: Christine Brown; Ph: (03) 214 3090; Email:
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Address: 4th Floor, Menzies Building, The Crescent; PO Box 611, INVERCARGILL, 9840
FREE Youth Guarantee Programmes (16 & 17 year olds)
Youth@Hospitality (44 weeks)
This programme will be an exciting start to your hospitality career. You will learn general kitchen skills, how to make great coffee, prepare a cafe quality sandwich and serve it all with a smile.
The programme covers areas such as:
- Food preparation & cookery
- Menu planning & design
- Food service in a cafe/restaurant
- Hospitality industry visits
- Espresso coffee & beverage training
- Customer service & cash handling
- Food safety & hygiene
- Personal and professional presentation
Qualification offered in this programme:
- National Certificate in Hospitality (Entry Skills) - Level 2
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Youth@Hairdressing (44 weeks)
This course is ideal if you wish to make a move into the hairdressing and retail service sectors.
The programme covers areas such as:
- Salon assistant & customer service skills
- Shampooing & blow-waving
- Elementary colour techniques
- Styling hair into hairups
- Makeup, skincare & manicures
- Retail sales & services
- Personal development and presentation
Qualification offered in this programme:
- National Certificate in Salon Support - Level 3
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Youth@Springboard (44 weeks)
This programme is a great step towards learning new skills on your career path.
The programme covers areas such as:
- Life & work readiness skills
- Communication & teamwork
- Learning through adventure & experience
- Career planning, CV preparation & interview skills
- Computing & information technology
- Speaking & presentation skills
- Everyday finances & budgeting
- Sports, fitness & recreation
Qualification offered in this programme:
- National Certificate in Employment Skills - Level 1
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FREE Job Connection Programmes (18+ and eligibility criteria apply)
These programmes are available FREE for Work & Income referred clients 18+ years.
Job Connect (24 weeks)
This is a great starting place to develop workplace skills and experience for a job.
The programme covers areas such as:
- Employment skills and preparation
- Technology & computers
- CVs, interviews & job search
- Workplace experience, visits & speakers
- Workplace & financial literacy
Hospitality - Food Service (24 weeks)
Gain the skills to move forward in your career in the hospitality and food related industries. You will learn kitchen skills, how to make great coffee, prepare a cafe quality sandwich and serve it all with a smile.
The programme covers areas such as:
- Knowledge and use of kitchen equipment
- Preparation & presentation of food
- Workplace experience
- Communication & customer service
- Hospitality industry visits
- Food hygiene, health & safety
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Training for Work (12 weeks)
Are you ready to start working and would you like to be clear about your skills and abilities for employment?
The programme covers areas such as:
- CV/resume preparation & presentation
- Work placement experience
- Skills for employment
- Active job search
- Communication & confidence skills
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Caregiving (12 weeks)
This programme is ideal for those who are getting ready to enter the health, disability and elderly care sectors. 
The programme covers areas such as:
- Client care & support
- Infection control
- Safe handling techniques
- Observing chnages with clients
- Practical workplace experience
- Opportunity to work towards a National Certificate in Health, Disability & Aged Support - Level 2
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