Chinese
Language

Learn a new language, build cultural confidence, and create new opportunities for work and travel.

Why choose this programme?

Whether you're interested in learning a new language for work, travel, or personal growth, our programme provides a practical introduction to Chinese Mandarin in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment.Designed for adult learners with little or no previous language experience, you'll develop everyday communication skills through interactive conversations, practical activities, and real-life scenarios. Along the way, you'll also gain valuable cultural knowledge that helps you communicate with confidence and respect.

Everyday Communication

Receive personalised support to help you take the next step towards employment. From job searching to applications and connecting with employers.

Chinese Mandarin

Build a strong foundation in Chinese with beginner to intermediate lessons.

Cultural Understanding

Develop an understanding of cultural customs, etiquette, and communication styles.

Travel Confidence

Develop practical language skills that support professional interactions and international business, travelling, shopping, dining, and social situations.

Confidence Building

Build confidence through practical learning, teamwork, and communication.

Supportive Learning

Learn in a welcoming environment, helping you feel prepared to succeed in both the workplace and everyday life.

Build Your Future

Speaking another language opens the door to new experiences, stronger relationships, and greater opportunities. Our programme focuses on practical communication rather than memorisation, helping you use your new language with confidence in everyday situations. Whether you're travelling overseas, working with international clients, or learning for personal interest, you'll develop skills that can be used immediately. Learning a new language also strengthens your confidence, broadens your cultural understanding, and supports lifelong learning.

skills that matter

speaking & conversation

Listening & understanding

Travel & social communication

Reading simple signs & messages

Cultural customs & etiquette

Correct Pronunciation

Everyday vocabulary & useful phrases

language confidence

Real-world communication activities

Where This Can Take You

Create New Opportunities

By completing this programme, you'll have the confidence to use Chinese in everyday situations, including travel, social interactions, and simple workplace conversations. You'll also gain a greater understanding of cultural customs and communication styles, helping you engage respectfully and confidently with others. Whether your goal is travelling, communicating with international clients, exploring another culture, or learning a new skill, you'll leave with practical language abilities that you can continue building long after the programme has finished.

Frequently Asked questions

Most of our programmes are fully funded for eligible learners. Funding eligibility varies by programme. Contact us for a no obligation chat to find out which options are available to you.

 

Programme lengths vary. Some are short workshops, while others run over several weeks or months.

 

Our programmes are delivered in person at our training locations or at employer and community venues, depending on the programme.

You do not require previous experience. 

We work with adults from a wide range of backgrounds, including job seekers, employees, migrants, refugees, employers and community organisations. 

Yes! Our programmes offer flexible schedules to help learners balance work, family, and study commitments.

Most of our programmes provide all of the resources and equipment you need. If there is anything additional you need for your programme we will let you know.

Simply complete our enquiry form or visit us at 201 Southland Road Hastings or 140 Dalton Street Napier. We’ll discuss your goals and help you find the right programme.