Part-Time Study. Guaranteed $60k+ Job*
Accelerated Pathway Programme
6-month pathway to a guaranteed $60k+ job in tech. Rewrite your future with a flexible programme of study, no tuition fees upfront & the ability to earn while you learn.
- Job Guarantee*
- Industry Certifications
- Earn While You Learn
- Online
- Dedicated Tutor & Coach
- Job Ready From Day 1
- Multiple Career Pathways
*Terms & Conditions Apply
Rewrite your future in 6 months
Programme overview
Academy
14 weeks-
Part Time
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Virtual / Online
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Lessons: 7pm-9pm Monday-Thursday
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Labs: 8.30am-1pm Saturday
Cadetship
12 weeks-
Full Time
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Living Wage: $22.50 / hr
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On location in Auckland or Christchurch
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Lessons: 7pm-9pm Tuesday & Thursday
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Labs: 8.30am-1pm Saturday
Job
Ongoing-
Full Time
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Wage: $33.25+ / hr
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On location in Auckland or Christchurch
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Masterclasses: Fortnightly
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Support for first 90 days
100,000s new jobs in New Zealand & Australia by 2025
Why start a career in tech?
Rea certified tech professionals will join one of the fastest growing technology communities in the world. Millions of jobs are waiting with major brands – in New Zealand, Australia and worldwide – for people with the skills in design, configuration and solution-building. Earning in excess of $60k, to $150K and beyond is a reality, as is the opportunity to make a positive impact. You don’t need to be technical to join us! All it takes is commitment and readiness to learn. Rea is here to help you re-write your future – apply today!
Ready to go?
Upcoming start dates
Dates | Duration |
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24th Jan 2022Apply by: 10th Jan 2022Enrol by: 17th Jan 2021 | 26 weeks 14 weeks study + 12 weeks paid cadetship |
18th April 2022Apply by: 4th Apr 2022Enrol by: 11th Apr 2022 | 26 weeks 14 weeks study + 12 weeks paid cadetship |
We focus on soft skills & technical skills
Our curriculum
Soft Skills are Life Skills. Our curriculum teaches you about YOU. The aspects of your psychology, performance, communication, teamwork and leadership that matter. With culture and inclusion at the core of learning at Rea, your soft skills will flourish. Live, practical group sessions offer all learners the technical skills pathways and interactive experience of working in the world of tech. The social networks and confidence you build with Rea are key to the ongoing success you deserve.
Before Programme Starts
Soft Skills & Business Foundations
Learn how organisations work & get things done. Dive into design thinking, agile & problem-solving.
Business Analysis & Platform Development
Learn the technical skills you need to be work-ready for your cadetship. Build apps, dive into data & master how to configure technology to solve problems.
Preparing For Work
Get the interview & match-making support you need to confidently say yes.
Cadetship
On-The-Job Support
Rea Guarantee
Once you meet our performance requirements and graduate, we will find you a job within six months.
If we don’t, we will refund 50% of your fees.
Learn the skills you need
How Rea compares
Rea | University | DIY | |
|---|---|---|---|
Technical training (Hrs) | 500+ | Unknown | 0 |
Soft skills training (Hrs) | 200+ | 0 | 0 |
Total cost | $4.5k | $24k-$100k | $200-$2k |
Scholarships available | $500-$5k | ||
Payment options | |||
Cost if unemployed | $0 | $24k-$100k | $200-$2k |
Dedicated tutor | |||
Dedicated coach | |||
Job guarantee* | |||
Guaranteed cadetship | |||
Real-world projects | |||
Earn & learn options | |||
On-the-job support |
Real-World Practitioners
Technical training
We work directly with certified training providers to deliver a unique blend of live training, self-directed exercises, hands-on learning and real-world projects. Combined with local expertise and mentors, Rea learners are taught to master the technical curriculum.
On-demand tutors, the Rea learning community and mentors will support you, alongside a bespoke curriculum designed for you to succeed.
- Live virtual training
- Self-directed exercises & modules
- Virtual "Sand-pits" for testing-driving your knowledge
- Real-world projects
- Integrated with our soft-skills curriculum
- World-class tutors
- Industry recognised
- Fully certified
Performance coaches
Soft skills training
Imagine a coach who always has your back? Knows when to push and when you simply need a helping hand? Rea’s performance coaches guide learners through a continuous conversation of what it means to live and work our best lives.
Learners receive 200+ hrs of small-group coaching (25 people or fewer) throughout the programme. Our coaches help learners discover and leverage their strengths, transform habits and develop the foundations for fulfilment in their tech careers.
- Live virtual coaching
- Strengths-based coaching
- Performance focus
- Access to one-on-one support
- Industry recognised
Rea Coach
“Not only has coaching changed the way I perform at work, it has given me a set of skills to unlock an even better life. Wow!”
A week in the life of
Programme schedule
The programme is delivered online. Learners must attend 98% of classes to qualify for Rea’s job guarantee. Although content and events change each week, here is an example of a typical week with Rea.
Time | Activity |
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Monday: 7pm-9pm | Introduction To Design Thinking
Explore how design thinking is used to solve problems. Use design thinking to solve a community problem in a 60-minute design jam. |
Tuesday: 7pm-9pm | Values Discovery
Understand what values are & why they are important. Identify what’s important to you& what you value most. Harness these in life & work. |
Wednesday: 7pm-9pm | Understanding Organisations
What is an organisation, how do they function & where do things go wrong? Learn how to navigate & work inside an organisation so you thrive at work. |
Thursday: 7pm-9pm | Life Audit
Explore the key areas that make up your life & identify what’s working & what’s not. Build a plan to close the gap. |
Saturday: 8.30am-1pm | Design Lab
In small groups, use the design thinking process to identify a problem to solve, engage with the community, build a prototype as a solution, get feedback & pitch your idea. |
Rea’s here to help
Programme support
Choosing to study or change careers can be challenging. That’s why we provide support as part of our programme plus some extra options for those who need it.
What’s included
- On-demand chat & video support with coaches & tutors
- Job matching & preparation coaching
- 200+ hrs of soft skills coaching
- Access to mentors & the Rea Community
- On the job coaching for 3 months
- Scholarships (Up to $500) per learner (Join Rea Community to start earning)
Additional support
- Subsidised computer + noise-cancelling headphones package
- Study space access (Locations to be confirmed)
- Full scholarships for Maori & Pasifika learners
Low risk fees
Payment options
Rea is a 21st century education, backed by industry and employers who guarantee jobs. Your future employer pays two-thirds of your tuition fees when you are hired. Learners have three simple options for paying the rest. Where available, we work with governments and other funds to subsidise fees.
Income Share Agreement
- Pay nothing until you start earning
- 0% interest
- Terms & Conditions Apply
Scholarships
- For Māori & Pasifika learners
- 100% free
- Eligibility criteria apply
Pay All Fees Upfront
- Pay your full tuition fee upfront.
- $4,500
- Cash or Credit Card.
Tech’s for everyone
Entry requirements
This programmes is designed to be a pathway into technology & is accessible for most people. It is not without its challenges though. To succeed, the following statements will be true for you:
- I am a good communicator e.g. I am comfortable having a conversation with friends & family
- I am commitment, focused & driven e.g. I want to succeed
- I am comfortable using a computer / mobile device to connect with people online
- I have access to a quiet workspace or will use Rea's spaces
- I understand the course is live and online
- I understand Rea will be challenging & I will receive the support I need to succeed
Four simple steps
Entry process
Register online. It’s fast, simple and lets us know you’re interested in finding out more. One of our career coaches will be in contact with you via chat to answer any questions you have. We’ll invite you to join one of our career events and join our careers community.
After this step, you will have a better idea of whether Rea is a good fit for you and understand more about what a career in tech is like.
Key information required at this step:
- First & Last Name
- Mobile Number
- Email (Optional)
- Current study/work situation
Note: we only use the information you provide us for the purpose of assessing your application. We also anonymise your data & use it in the future to improve how we support new applicants.
Get all your questions answered in a fun, interactive “Ask Us Anything” event. Facilitated by the Rea coaching team, you’ll get a chance to experience our unique learning environment & meet other’s like you.
What to expect?
- Meet Rea coaching team
- Quick overview about Rea & common questions
- Question & answer session; get all your questions answered
- Direction on next steps; how to apply.
You complete your application online; it’s simple and easy to do.
Part 1
You will fill in your personal information, tell us about your background and agree to our job guarantee conditions.
- First & Last Name
- Mobile Number
- Email (Optional)
- Address
- Education history
- Work history
- Personal situation
- What tech do you use everyday
Part 2
We ask a number of questions about your mindset and motivation to succeed.
No previous work experience in tech or specific education is required to complete these assessments. They are quick, easy and fun.
The assessments ensure our programme is the right fit for you. If it’s not a good fit, we’ll give you feedback and options to get yourself ready or find the perfect fit.
- How you think; logic & reasoning
- Maths & verbal ability
- Attitude & Motivation
- Personality
We’ll process your assessment within 5 days of you completing it & let you know whether you are a good fit for the programme.
Your results are shared with you & you’ll receive a 30-minute coaching call with one of our coaches to walk you through your results. Everyone receives a coaching call, no matter whether you’re a good fit for the programme or not.
Note: we only use the information you provide us for the purpose of assessing your application. We also anonymise your data & use it in the future to improve how we support new applicants.
If you are a good fit for the programme, you will need to sign your enrolment agreement to secure your place.
You can do this online & we encourage you to talk things over with friends, whanau & your Rea coach if you have any further questions.
You also need to choose a start date and select how you will pay your fees.
If you choose to pay your fees in full or in instalments, we will send you an invoice that must. be paid before Orientation Day for your programme.
Key actions:
- Choose start date
- Sign enrolment agreement
- Choose fee option
Got a question or any concerns?
Talk to one of our friendly coaches & we’ll be happy to answer them. The assessments are nothing to worry about. They are simply there to make sure you have the best chance of succeeding.
Social impact drives us
Learn more about Rea
Thanks for your interest in joining Rea. Explore the resources below to discover how you can join the community & re-write your future.
