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ARAS Workplace Training

Reseach shows that

Almost 50% of workplace employees do not have adequate literacy skills to deal with print related work material

14% of workplace employees have very poor literacy skills

Literacy skills levels link to productvity and learning levels

Manufacturing industry has 50% of employees below the minimum literacy level

Construction industry has 49% of employees below the minimum literacy level

Agriculture industry has 47% of employees below the minimum literacy level

(From the International Adult Literacy Survey - 1998 ( National Research Bureau for Ministry of Education))

Workplaces grow

Increasing the need for:

NZQA Units
Working in teams
Participative decision - making
Updating of pay systems
Contract negotiations
ISO accreditation
Quality improvements

Most New Zealand worlplaces find that the literacy, numeracy and English language skills of their employees are often no longer sufficient to enable workers to cope with changes.

Quality improvements depend on people being able to read, write and communicate with one another.

Workplace Training offers

Programmes in literacy, numeracy, vocational English, workplace communication skills, NZQA training, study assistance skills etc,

One to One Tuition

Small Group Tuition

Literacy, language, and basic skills need analyses

Consultancy services to make company documentation more reader-friendly

Staff training in literacy awareness and basic skills learning assistance

Programmes tailored to suit individual companies and workforces

The benefits for your business

Improved workplace communication skills and knowledge

Increased employee morale and confidence

Increased employee independence

Stronger team-working skills

NZQA accredited qualifications

ARAS Workplace Training commits

To Give:

One-to-one or Group tutoring

Learner focused training

Industry relevant programmes

Scheduled reviews and reports


Contact

ARAS Workplace Co-ordinator
72 Gloucester Street, Christchurch 8001
ph:(03)366-9479 fax: (03)365-2244
e-mail:workplace.ch@xtra.co.nz