Trades Academies

For Year 12 & 13 secondary school students only

Trades academies are secondary-tertiary programmes that provide senior secondary students access to a broad range of trades or technology learning opportunities to ensure they stay engaged in education.  Trades academies are funded by the Ministry of Education. 

Check out Education NZ's website for all the information.

If you are not eligible for trades academy funding, you may like to enrol in just one or a couple of the unit standards. Please contact Amy Tregidga, Head of Student Affairs for more information and availability.

Business

40

CREDITS

28

DAYS

18 FEBRUARY - 16 SEPTEMBER 2026

9:30AM - 3:00PM    I   WEDNESDAYS

(excluding school holidays)

This great programme teaches the fundamentals of small business in New Zealand. Students learn how to identify business opportunities, assess its viability, and work with others to maximise the business’s potential.  Students will learn to work in a team, conduct financial planning and use a range of Microsoft Office products. Soft skills such as professional, ethical and cultural behaviour, problem-solving, decision-making skills and self-management techniques with also be taught.

Unit Standard
Title
Level
Credits
US 29055
Identify a business opportunity/ies and assess compatibility with own abilities, interests, and preferences
3
5
US 32340
Identify the external environment of a business opportunity/ies
3
15
US 29057
Assess the feasibility and viability of a potential small business opportunity
3
20

Total Credits

Level 3                    40

Total:                        40

HEALTH & WELLBEING

29

CREDITS

28

DAYS

18 February – 16 September 2026

9:30AM - 3:00PM I WEDNESDAYS

(excluding school holidays)

This programme will enable the students to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of health care concepts in supporting people to improve the quality of life and independence in various heath care settings including disability support, mental health and addiction and aged care. Students will learn about human development theory, responding to vulnerability and abuse, providing care using person centered approach to meet the holistic needs of the person supported. Students will also develop knowledge of New Zealand health and disability related regulations and the awareness of safety practices, ethical and professional responsibilities within the health care sector.

Unit Standard
Title
Level
Credits
US 23686
Demonstrate knowledge of a person’s rights in a health or wellbeing setting
2
2
US 17459
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of safe manual handling practices in the workplace.
3
3
US 23375
Describe hearing impairment and support services that are specific
3
5
US 28522
Demonstrate knowledge of human development theory for a health or wellbeing setting
3
6
US 20826
Demonstrate knowlege of infection control requirements in a health or wellbeing setting
2
3
US 28536
Apply Health, safety and security practices in a Health and wellbeing setting
3
5
US 28542
Demonstrate knowledge of and apply professional and ethical behaviour in a health or wellbeing setting
3
5

Total Credits

Level 2: 5

Level 3: 24

Total: 29

HOSPITALITY

33

CREDITS

28

DAYS

18 February – 16 September 2026

9:30AM - 3:00PM I WEDNESDAYS

(excluding school holidays)

Unit Standard
Title
Level
Credits
US 17284
Demonstrate knowledge of coffee origin and production
3
3
US 17288
Prepare and present espresso beverages for service
3
5
US 168
Demonstrate knowledge of food contamination hazards, and control methods used in a food establishment
2
5
US 14425
Prepare and serve hot and cold non-alcoholic drinks for a commercial hospitality establishment
2
5
US 14441
Provide cafe counter service in a hospitality establishment
3
5
US 14469
Provide customers with information about an establishment in the hospitality industry
2
2
US 167
Practise food safety methods in a food business under supervision
2
4
US 21853
Provide hospitality sales and service opportunities to customers
3
5
US 14431
Demonstrate knowledge of food service styles and menu types in the hospitality industry
2
3

Total Credits

Level 2                     14

Level 3                    22

Total:                        36

How to apply

Please contact your high school Careers Advisor or Amy Tregidga, Head of Student Affairs