The Pathways Department, found mainly in C Block, is all about your future pathway of life. We offer courses from year 10 – 13, giving students in the senior levels the opportunity to gain credits towards NCEA level 1-3. We work together with other departments to make sure that each student has a direction as they leave the school. The following are some of the courses that we offer in this department. Please take the time to read the attached documents with more information about these courses: Courses in the Pathways Department
Business Studies Year 9-13
Digital Technology Year 10 - 13
Pathways Level 1-3
SPEC
Study Room
Careers
Distance Learning Subjects:
Correspondence
STAR
Video Conferencing
Tertiary Learning
We can offer distance learning from a variety of providers. The way these are delivered can vary from book work, internet and video conferencing. There are some one off courses offered as well.
Trades Academy: Limited places are available in the following courses:
Engineering
Hospitality
Childcare
Business Administration
Agriculture
Outdoor Education
Students work towards a National Certificate in the above subjects. In order to complete the certificate, students need to commit to a 2 year programme. Gateway: WORKPLACE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR SENIOR STUDENTS
“Gateway”is designed to enable students to pursue individual learning programmes, which allow them to gain new skills and knowledge in a workplace in their local community. The learning is hands-on and practical, although theory work is also generally required too.
