Level 2, 3 Trades Academy (TRA232)
TRA232 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms K. Baird.
Recommended Prior LearningEligibility for Trades Academy is by application and selection interview. Applicants are expected to have a strong work ethic, sound organisational skills, and an excellent attendance record.
Applications for enrolment open at the beginning of September. Entry criteria is 50 credits at NCEA Level 1 and literacy and numeracy are recommended, you also need a strong attendance record. Students are selected by the Trades Academy on the basis of their application and an interview. Students and their caregivers who are interested in this option must meet with the HOD Learning Support (Ms Baird) and appropriate year level Dean.
Want to stay at school but try your hand at a trade? Trades Academy lets you enjoy the best of both worlds. Enjoy the benefits of staying at school while learning practical, hands-on, skills for your career.
The Wellington Trades Academy (WTA) is a partnership between school and Te Pukenga- NZ Institute of Skills and Technology. Students participating in the program spend either one or two days a week at the Trades Academy, where they are coached by industry professionals, learning authentic, career based, practical skills. The remainder of the week is spent in school, following a school timetable.
Trades Academy courses are packed with experiential learning opportunities to build confidence, leadership, and essential employability skills, helping to set students up on a positive pathway to future employment or further study. Current courses offered by the Trades Academy include: Construction Trades; Creative Technologies; Salon Environment; Animal Care; Sport and Fitness; Hospitality; Engineering and Automotive; and Hair and Beauty Salon Support.
Students interested in applying for Trades Academy must select this class.
Choosing this course as part of your selection does not guarantee you a place at WTA, there is a application process that must be completed. Acceptance is usually confirmed or denied in October.
Learning Areas:
Level 2 optional courses, Level 3 optional courses, Transition to Work and Learning Support
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
Level 3 Civics (CIV303), Level 3 Communication English (COM303), Level 3 Pathways (PAT303), Level 3 Tourism (TOU303)
Career PathwaysLocksmith, Train Driver, Navy Officer, Pulp and Paper Mill Operator, Plastics Technician, Metal Worker, Brick and Blocklayer, Boat Builder, Project Manager, Recruitment Consultant, Building Contractor, Recycler/Dismantler, Building and Construction Labourer, Roading Construction Worker, Roadmarker, Roofer, Building and Construction Manager, Earthmoving Machine Operator, Wood Processing Worker, Scaffolder, Cabinet Maker, Line Mechanic, Surveyor, Textile Process Operator, Valuer, Motor Vehicle Salesperson, Pet Groomer, Carpenter, Flooring Installer, Garment Technician, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Cutter, Coachbuilder/Trimmer, Miner/Quarry Worker, Diver, Painter and Decorator, Communications Professional, Telecommunications Technician, Industrial Designer, Concrete Worker, Stonemason, Quantity Surveyor, Crane Operator, Make-up Artist, Animator/Digital Artist, Curator, Copywriter, Visual Merchandiser, Workplace Relations Adviser, Air Force Officer, Electronics Trades Worker, Aircraft Loader, Plumber, Gasfitter and Drainlayer, Driller, Product Assembler, Animal Care Attendant, Electrician, Lift Technician, Retail Manager, Patternmaker, Engineering Machinist, Building Surveyor, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Plasterer, Architectural Technician, Welder, Plastics Worker, Army Soldier, Heavy Truck Driver, Ranger, Artist, Artistic Director, Insurance Loss Adjuster, Forestry and Logging Worker, Collision Repair Technician, Automotive Electrician, Furniture Finisher, Glazier, Automotive Technician, Automotive Refinisher, Game Developer, Landscape Architect, Wall and Floor Tiler, Building Insulator, Beauty Therapist, Tailor/Dressmaker, Glass Processor, Health and Safety Adviser, Industrial Spray Painter, Joiner
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryRequired Equipment: BYOD