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Mathematics and statistics – classroom activities

Ideas on how to relate mathematics and statistics teaching to future careers and life beyond school.

Interpreter | Kaiwhakawhiti Reo ā-Waha

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Interpreters convert what people say from one language into another.

Counsellor | Kaitohutohu

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Counsellors help people to deal with challenges and manage their emotions, thoughts and behaviour.

Community Karitāne | Karitāne – Hapori Whānui

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Community karitāne offer support to families with children under the age of five, and provide information on parenting issues such as breastfeeding, infant nutrition, sleeping and child behaviour.

Anaesthetist | Kairehu

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Anaesthetists give anaesthesia (gas or injections to prevent pain) during surgery and other procedures. They assess patients and resuscitate them if necessary.

Photographer | Kaitango Whakaahua

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Photographers take photographs of people, places, products or events.

Chiropractor | Kaikorohiti

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Chiropractors treat disorders related to the spine and nervous system to relieve pain and improve the function of nerves, muscles and joints. 

Historian | Pouherenga Kōrero o-Mua

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Historians research, write and present information about events and people of the past and present. They may also teach history.

Osteopath | Kaiwhakamaimoa Kōiwi

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Osteopaths diagnose muscular and skeletal injuries and treat them using manual techniques such as stretching, massage and manipulation.