REAL LIFE
READY
Level 3
Empower Yourself with Essential Life Skills - Flexible, Online, and Self-Paced
Entry Criteria: None
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
Unlock real‑world success with our Real World Ready programmes! Designed for secondary schools and motivated learners, these flexible online courses build the confidence, resilience and practical know‑how needed to thrive after school. Through bite‑sized interactive modules, students master personal finance, career planning, digital communication and well‑being in an engaging way.
Whether you’re a school leader looking to inspire your students or an individual eager to get a head start, our courses fit effortlessly into your life and help you become truly ready for the real world.
INSPIRED BY WAYNE BENTON'S
REAL WORLD READY
This program draws inspiration from Real World Ready, authored by Wayne Benton—a dedicated teacher, mentor, and author committed to empowering individuals through practical education. His book offers ten actionable strategies to tackle life's challenges, focusing on resilience, financial independence, civic responsibility, and overall well-being. Wayne's engaging teaching style and real-world insights have positively impacted many, making complex concepts accessible and relatable. Learn more about Wayne and his work at waynebenton.com.
AIM
Building on the foundational skills, the Level 3 programme deepens learners’ capabilities in financial management, employment relations, career planning and digital collaboration. Participants evaluate credit options, plan a career pathway, work safely online, make informed purchasing decisions and develop advanced digital document skills.
WHY OFFER THIS PROGRAMME?
Give your senior students or adult learners a competitive edge with our advanced Level 3 programme. It empowers them to master credit decisions, career planning and digital collaboration, unlocking independence and confidence for life after school.
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Evaluate credit products and develop strategies to manage debt responsibly (Standard 28099).
WORKPLACE RELATIONS
Understand employment relationship challenges and effective strategies for resolving them.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Design a personalised career pathway that aligns education, skills and employment aspirations (4251 Plan a career pathway).
DIGITAL COLLABORATION
Collaborate effectively using digital tools while maintaining online safety (Standard 29796).
CONSUMER LITERACY
Make informed decisions about major purchases, considering quality, value and legal protections.
ADVANCED PRODUCTIVITY
use word processing software to integrate data and create professional documents.
Embark on your journey to becoming real-world ready. Enroll today and take the first step toward a more empowered and prepared you.
PROGRAMME FEATURES
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Mode: Fully online with flexible pacing, allowing learners to fit study around other commitments.
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Duration: Up to 12 weeks; learners may complete earlier based on pace.
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Start: Offered each school term (Term 2 intake recommended).
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Cost: NZ$299 + GST per learner.