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NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 2)
If you are 16–24 years old and want to build a career with the Police, this foundational course is the perfect place to start.
Designed for those with no or low (Level 1) qualifications, this 20-week course helps you develop the discipline and skills needed to map out your future pathway.
BUILD THE FOUNDATION FOR A CAREER IN BLUE.
NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 2)
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
You Are:
16 years of age or older and not currently at school
You Have:
Level 1 or no Qualifications
You Are A:
NZ Citizen, Resident, Refugee or Permanent Resident
THE REAL-WORLD SKILLS YOU'LL GAIN
We prioritise hands-on training over textbooks. You’ll spend your time at our Manukau Campus learning the actual skills and discipline required to start your journey toward the Police. By the end of this 20-week course, you will be ready to:
Master Self-Management: Learn the personal discipline and everyday life skills required to succeed in a professional environment.
Team Up for Success: Develop the ability to work effectively with others and solve problems as a team, a core requirement for any future recruit.
Build Personal Confidence: Gain essential life skills that help you carry yourself with confidence in your community and future career.
Map Your Career Path: Work with supportive tutors to define your "Future Pathway" and set clear goals for your journey into the Police.
Get Future-Ready: Graduate with a strong foundation in teamwork and self-management, ready to take the next step in your uniformed service pathway.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Get a head start on your journey to the Police with a course designed for real-world readiness. Over 20 weeks, you will move beyond the classroom to build the foundation of discipline and teamwork required for a career of service.
Self-Management
Build daily discipline and habits for professional service environments.
Teamwork
Learn to collaborate and solve problems in real-world scenarios.
Everyday Skills
Develop essential life skills for your career and community.
Future Pathway
Map your long-term journey into a career with Police.
QUICK FACTS
Course Dates
25 July 2026 – 04 December 2026
Duration
20 Weeks (Full-time, Days)
Course Fees
Zero Fees (Level 2 Youth Guarantee learners eligible for Travel Support)
Eligibility
- Aged 16 - 24
- No or level 1 qualifications
- NZ Citizen, Resident, Refugee or Permanent Resident
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
“As a police officer, I'll be a positive role model to my family, my people, and my community. I'll represent them with honour and respect and hopefully inspire Maori to rise up and achieve something great. MSL prepared me so well I had absolutely no doubts when sitting my test.”
Carl Nathan - Police Prep Graduate
READY TO START YOUR JOURNEY?
If you are still at school, unfortunately you are not eligible for this course
Ready to level up your life and start your journey toward the Police?
Our Police intake is the perfect chance to gain essential life and teamwork skills with zero fees and professional support. Whether you are looking for discipline or a clear future pathway, we provide the foundation you need to succeed.
Fill out your details and our team will be in touch to help you check your eligibility and secure your spot at our Manukau campus.
“Since I was little it's been my dream to be a police office. Being a single mum and working 40 hours a week was challenging but I made it to police prep graduation with the help of awesome staff and tutors at MSL. Such a positive atmosphere.”
Tatriana Turaga - Police Prep Graduate
