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TRADES ACADEMYLearn new skills in 2017

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Wellington Trades Academy

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Trades Academy lets you enjoy both worlds. Enjoy the benefits of staying at secondary school while learning new skills at Trades Academy.

It’s easy as 3-2-1

Trades Academy allows you to experience a different way of learning.

> Earn NCEA credits

> Fees free with subsidised transport costs

> Be coached by industry professionals keen to share their knowledge

> An excellent opportunity to start learning real skills for your career

3 days at school 2 days of

practical learning 1 programme to learn new skills

Trades Academy. Move on with your future.Learn new skills to start your career.

Want to stay at school? But try something different?


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How you’ll benefit

Trades Academy makes a positive difference to your education and can be a great move for your future career.

There are many advantages of enrolling for Trades Academy:

> Productively use your time. Learn career based skills while achieving NCEA Level 2

> Stay enrolled at school and continue to participate in extra- curricular activities you enjoy like sport, music and cultural events

> Allows you to make new friends and keep in touch with your school mates

> Check out tertiary learning. See how it’s different and if it’s a good choice for you

> There are lots of different subjects you can choose from

> Sample a career path. Work out if it suits you

> Pursuing something you enjoy will increase your chance of success

How does it work?

> Check the choices available

> Total achievable credits are shown with each option

> Courses are either taught in Petone (at WelTec) or Porirua (at Whitireia)

> Classes run Thursday and Friday* Morning session: 9am – 12pm Afternoon session: 12.30pm – 2.30 pm

> Attendance at both sessions is compulsory

> Allocation of credits supports students school based learning by contributing to achievement of NCEA Level 1 and 2, and a Vocational Pathway award.

* Our new Health Science option is one day a week, on Thursdays only.

Wellington Trades Academy partners with local secondary schools, WelTec and Whitireia to provide year-long training programmes that allow you to achieve NCEA Level 2 and get ready for employment or higher-level studies.

What is Trades Academy?


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choices

With Trades Academy, you select one subject for hands-on learning.

Subject options for 2017* Animal Care 8

Construction Trades 9

Trades Skills 10

Creative Technology 11

Engineering and Automotive 12

Engines 13

Early Childhood Studies 14

Fitness 15

Hair and Beauty Salon Support 16

Health Sciences 17

Hospitality 18

Hospitality Services 19

Salon Environment 20

For more information, talk to the Careers Advisor at your school or check out www.wta.ac.nz. You can email us at [email protected]

* Subject options can change. Check before enrolling

Choices

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I N T R O D U C TO RY A N I M A L C A R E Petone

Learn to look after animals in this introductory course and get an insight into working in the animal care industry. You’ll study animal anatomy and physiology and how to keep animals in hygienic conditions. Handle and care for a range of small animals from birds to reptiles, rabbits to fish, cats and dogs. After doing this course, you can go on to further study in this field.

2Level 43 Credits

C O N ST R U C T I O N T R A D E S Petone

Gain introductory skills to start working in the construction industry. You’ll learn how to use hand and power tools, understand project planning and health and safety, plus learn skills in painting, glazing, plumbing and roofing. The course will prepare you for entry-level roles in carpentry or other trades (bricklaying, paving and landscaping, painting and decorating, electrical, plumbing and plastering), or you might decide to keep building on your skills and do further training.

2Level 44 Credits

Wellington Trades Academy Choices

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T R A D E S S K I L L S Porirua

This programme will provide you with an insight into the building, plumbing and infrastructure industries. Gain practical hands-on experience while learning about the Health and Safety requirements of each trade.

2Level 45 Credits

C R E AT I V E T E C H N O LO GY Wellington CBD

Learn about the creative world. Gain insight into working with clients, developing ideas, and presenting work. Get hands-on with gear, different creative applications and cameras. Create for print and web. Try animation, cultural and industrial design.

2Level 46 Credits


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ENGINEERING AND AUTOMOTIVE Petone

Start your career working with cars and engines. In this course, you’ll learn all the theory and put it into practice on practical projects. You’ll cover different areas from auto electrical to metal work and welding, steering and suspension to vehicle servicing, engine operation to wheels and tyres.

2Level 47 Credits

E N G I N E S Porirua

This programme provides knowledge and practice of working safely in the motor industry. Gain practical hands-on skills and knowledge in disassembly, reassembly and tuning of engines, vehicle servicing, brake bleeding and wheel balancing. Learn to use an electrical multimeter to test basic automotive electrical systems.

2Level 45 Credits


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E A R LY C H I L D H O O D ST U D I E S Porirua

Learn about child development and the health and wellbeing of young children. Gain knowledge of the Early Childhood curriculum, Te Whāriki. This programme is a great first step towards a career in early childhood teaching.

Includes Levels 2 and 3 units which are part of the National Certificate in Early Childhood Education Care (41 credits in total).

2Level 41 Credits

F I T N E S S Petone

Want to work in the fitness industry? You’ll learn about working in a fitness environment and how to coach a client, plus you’ll develop your knowledge of anatomy, nutrition and the correct use of gym equipment. Your study will be largely based in the gym and you’ll learn hands-on. Master ropes courses, rock climbing and experience adventure based learning.

2Level 44 Credits


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H A I R A N D B E AU T Y SA LO N S U P P O R T Petone

H E A LT H S C I E N C E S Porirua

Begin your career in hair and beauty. You’ll gain the skills and knowledge to work in a salon support role by covering elementary hairdressing services, professional customer service and communication skills, and elementary beauty services. Learn about the retail environment and what motivates customers.

This programme provides hands-on learning in science and health. Students will gain knowledge and skills through practical experience in our laboratory and simulation training suites.

2Level 2Level43 Credits 20 Credits

1 One day per week.Thursday only.


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H O S P I TA L I T Y Petone

Begin your career in the hospitality industry. You’ll learn basic culinary skills and methods of cookery. You will also learn valuable front-of-house skills and knowledge, such as restaurant service and how to set up and service a function. The course is very hands-on and you will gain the necessary skills to progress further in this industry.

H O S P I TA L I T Y S E RV I C E S Porirua

Gain insights into the hospitality and tourism industry. Learn the art of making a good coffee and cooking skills that can be used in a café environment. You’ll learn about customer service and health and safety for the industry. Gain hands-on experience in our on-site training café, practice what you learn on real customers.

2Level 2Level44 Credits 43 Credits


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SA LO N E N V I R O N M E N T Porirua

Gain skills for a career in a beauty or hairdressing salon. Learn about salon requirements, sustainability, fashion trends and customer care as they relate to hairdressing and beauty therapy services. Gain practical insights into this creative industry.

2Level 41 Credits

(Includes three Level 1 credits)


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Entry criteria

You should have at least 60 credits at NCEA Level 1 including literacy and numeracy. Application for special entry may be considered for students who hold fewer than the recommended NCEA credits.

Enrolment process

There are a fixed number of places available so enrolments that meet the criteria are accepted in the order that they are received.

How to enrol

For more details, talk to your school’s Careers Advisor, visit www.wta.ac.nz or email [email protected]

3 21Application form and reference

Fill in an application form and get a reference from your school.

Send it to us.

Wellington Trades Academy, Private Bag 39814, Lower Hutt 5045

Interview

Once we receive your application form and reference, we will invite you for an interview. You can bring family and whanāu or other support people with you.

This interview helps to ensure that you understand the programme, are making the right choice and starts the process of planning for your year here.

Start learning skills for your career

We will be in touch with confirmation of your place.

04 830 0164

info@ wta.ac.nz

wta.ac.nz

Contact us

W H I T I R E I A Porirua Campus 3 Wi Neera Drive, Porirua

W E LT E C Petone Campus 21 Kensington Avenue, Petone

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