ABOUT HALC
Hagley Adult Literacy Centre (HALC) provides opportunities for learners to develop their literacy, numeracy, communication and computer skills.
HALC has highly qualified tutors who are experienced in all areas of literacy, numeracy, English language learning, and computing. A personalised programme is developed for learners based on their goals and future plans.
As well as increasing reading, writing and maths knowledge, learners also gain confidence and self-esteem and learn skills for work, study and engagement in the community.
Courses are FREE for adult learners who are NZ citizens or NZ residents.
Which course should I enrol in?
Hagley Adult Literacy Centre has a range of courses to cater for the many different learning needs in our community.
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For those who need to up-skill, we have Community classes in four locations around the city.
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For those in employment who need to improve skills for their jobs, look at our Workplace programme.
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For those who are new to New Zealand, look at our Everyday English ESOL classes.
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For those with an intellectual impairment, look at our First Steps classes.
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And lastly, for those who need a positive environment to focus on learning, gaining NCEA L1, and creating a pathway to further education or employment, we have a class for you!
"I was really thrilled to work with my tutor on my reading.
I'm much more
confident at work now"
In the news:
Festival of Adult Learning
Is coming up soon! We are showcasing work from learners at all our learning centres in September.
Aug 2020
NEW VIDEOS
Special thanks to the U.C. media students for making us some promotional videos.
June 2020
Brighton Hot Pools
Our Literacy Pathways class visited the Brighton Hot Pools last week! How lovely to soak up the atmosphere there.
June 2020