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Corrections Officer | Āpiha Whare Herehere

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Corrections officers are responsible for keeping prisoners safe and secure and motivating them to make changes in their lives.

Social Worker | Kaimahi Toko i te Ora

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Social workers provide care, advice and support to people with personal or social problems, and help with community and social issues.

Veterinarian | Pūkenga Hauora Kararehe

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Veterinarians treat sick and injured animals, provide general animal care, and advise about health care and disease prevention for pets and farm (production) animals.

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. 

Medical Laboratory Technician | Kaihangarau Taiwhanga Rongoā

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Medical laboratory technicians take medical samples and run tests under the supervision of scientists and pathologists.

Minister of Religion | Amorangi

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Ministers of religion provide leadership, guidance and training for members of a religious group.

Mining Engineer | Mataaro Waro

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Mining engineers plan, prepare, design and manage the development of opencast (above ground) or underground mines. 

Insurance Adviser | Kaitohutohu Inihua

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Insurance advisers give advice about insurance and sell insurance to clients.