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Career development – Year 9 to 13

Learn how teaching career management competencies helps Year 9 to 13 students manage their life, learning and work and assists them with decisions at key transition points. Find out how all teachers can contribute to career development through a school-wide approach.

Find a new way of working: entrepreneurship and portfolio careers

Continuing our future of work series – we talk about opportunities for self-employment in the new gig economy.

Maitre d’Hotel | Kaiwhakarite Hōtera

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Maitres d'hotel oversee the service of food and beverages to guests in restaurants and other eating places. They also check reservations, greet guests and supervise the waiting staff.

Dairy Processing Operator | Kaiwhakamahi Pūrere Hua Miraka

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Dairy processing operators oversee the operation of equipment used to produce a wide range of dairy products such as cheese, butter, yoghurt and milk powder.   

Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional | Kaiwhakangungu Tinana/Mahi Ngaio

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Personal trainers/exercise professionals provide expertise, knowledge and structured support to improve and maintain health and wellness through physical activity.

Fashion Designer | Kaihoahoa Kākahu

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Fashion designers design clothing and accessories.

Upholsterer | Kaiwhakapaipai Uhinga Waka

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Upholsterers make or repair the springs, padding, linings and covers of furniture.

Engaging with parents and community

Getting families and the community involved in their children's career education improves a school's standing within its community and helps improve student learning and achievement.