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Joiner | Kaihanga Taonga ā-Whare

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Joiners use timber and board products to make fittings such as cabinets, doors, window frames and stairs. 

Electrician | Kaimahi Hiko

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Electricians test, install, maintain and repair electrical systems and equipment.

Mechanical Engineering Technician | Kaihangarau Take Pūkaha

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Mechanical engineering technicians help mechanical engineers design, develop, test and manufacture mechanical devices, including tools, engines and machines. 

Diver | Kairukuruku

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Commercial divers develop and maintain underwater structures and do research for scientists. Recreational divers teach scuba diving and may carry out marine searches and rescues.

Registered Nurse | Tapuhi Whai Rēhitatanga

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Registered nurses assess, treat and support people who are sick, disabled or injured, in hospitals, clinics, rest homes, and nursing homes.

Psychologist | Kaimātai Hinengaro

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Psychologists diagnose, treat, and work to prevent a range of psychological problems that affect people's behaviour, thoughts and emotions. 

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer | Mataaro Whakatika Waka Rererangi

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Aircraft maintenance engineers keep aeroplanes safe. They install, inspect, maintain and repair aircraft, aircraft radio, avionic (electronic), navigation, communication and electrical and mechanical systems.

The magic of myths

Myths and legends are a rich and relevant resource that can be utilised in many career development contexts, says Claire Stirling-Hawkins, practice leader and conference presenter.

Epidemiologist | Kaimātai Tahumaero

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Epidemiologists study the causes, transmission and distribution of diseases in population groups to inform public health programmes and prevent the spread of disease. 

Medical Laboratory Scientist | Kaipūtaiao Taiwhanga Rongoā

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Medical laboratory scientists carry out laboratory tests on blood, tissues and other samples taken from patients.