STAR SOUTH ISLAND 2018 For all Star Course enquiries for the entire South Island Please contact Warrick McCutcheon. PHONE - 0800 65 99 88 ext. 8374 EMAIL - [email protected] The best way to use this guide Scroll through the Contents to find your region with the cursor, Hover, Cntrl+Click. This will take you directly to providers and courses available in your region. Contents REGION WIDE...........................................................4 RED CROSS...........................................................4 NELSON, BLENHEIM AND WEST COAST.......................................5 COASTGAURD NZ.......................................................5 Day Skipper........................................................5 Maritime VHF Radio Operator Certificate............................5 NELSON MARLBOROUGH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY..........................6 Barista (Te Kura Group Course).....................................6 THE LEARNING PLACE..................................................6 Advanced Customer Service..........................................6 Life Skills........................................................7 Communication Skills...............................................7 Event Management...................................................7 Leadership Skills..................................................7 WHENUA ITI OUTDOOR EDUCATION........................................8
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STAR SOUTH ISLAND 2018
For all Star Course enquiries for the entire South Island Please contact Warrick McCutcheon.
PHONE - 0800 65 99 88 ext. 8374
EMAIL - [email protected]
The best way to use this guide
Scroll through the Contents to find your region with the cursor, Hover, Cntrl+Click. This will take you directly to providers and courses available in your region.
ContentsREGION WIDE..........................................................................................4
RED CROSS...........................................................................................4NELSON, BLENHEIM AND WEST COAST......................................................5
COASTGAURD NZ..................................................................................5Day Skipper.......................................................................................5Maritime VHF Radio Operator Certificate.............................................5
NELSON MARLBOROUGH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY.............................6Barista (Te Kura Group Course)..........................................................6
THE LEARNING PLACE............................................................................6Advanced Customer Service...............................................................6Life Skills...........................................................................................7Communication Skills.........................................................................7Event Management............................................................................7Leadership Skills................................................................................7
WHENUA ITI OUTDOOR EDUCATION........................................................8TAI POUTINI..........................................................................................8INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL COLLEGE OF NEW ZEALAND..............................8
Adventure Tourism.............................................................................8Flight Attending/Tourism....................................................................9Travel Short Course...........................................................................9
CANTERBURY...........................................................................................9SOUTHERN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY.................................................9
Plan and Make Your Own Construction Project.....................................9MIG Welding....................................................................................10Gas Welding.....................................................................................10Use Timber Machinery on a Project...................................................10Refrigeration and A/C- Build a Fridge................................................11Hairstyling.......................................................................................11Makeup and Perform........................................................................11
COASTGAURD NZ................................................................................11Day Skipper.....................................................................................12Maritime VHF Radio Operator Certificate...........................................12
ARA INSTITUTE OF CANTERBURY..........................................................12Science and Crimefighting................................................................12Introduction to Animal Science.........................................................13Barista Online..................................................................................13Beauty Therapy Taster.....................................................................13Hairdressing Taster..........................................................................13Food Safety Basics...........................................................................14Food Safety for Industry...................................................................14Barista Level 2.................................................................................14Barista Level 3.................................................................................14Introduction to Te Reo Māori-Te Pae Tata..........................................14Sustainability and Engines................................................................15Automotive- Introduction to Engines.................................................15Non- Alcoholic Cocktail Beverage Service..........................................15Essential Skills for Tourism and Hospitality.......................................15Introduction to Carpentry and Joinery...............................................16Introduction to Carpentry, Hardware and Fastening...........................16Sparky for a Day..............................................................................16Introduction to Mechanical Engineering- Safe Working Practices........16NASDA Taster..................................................................................17
AVON CITY FORD.................................................................................17AVONMORE.........................................................................................17
Barista.............................................................................................17IT Fundamentals..............................................................................17IT- Introduction to Software Development.........................................18
THE LEARNING PLACE..........................................................................18
Resilience........................................................................................18Life Skills.........................................................................................18Security...........................................................................................19Team Work......................................................................................19Bar Tending.....................................................................................20Advanced Customer Service..............................................................20Table Service...................................................................................20Event Management..........................................................................21Communication Skills.......................................................................21Customer Service.............................................................................21Coffee Lab.......................................................................................21Workplace Health and Safety............................................................22Sports Coaching...............................................................................22Barista.............................................................................................22
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL COLLEGE OF NEW ZEALAND............................23Travel Short Course..........................................................................23Adventure Tourism...........................................................................23Tourism...........................................................................................24Flight Attending...............................................................................24
YOOBEE..............................................................................................24Web Design 42-hour Evening Training Package..................................24Intro to Illustrator............................................................................25Intro to Maya...................................................................................25Intro to HTML...................................................................................25Intro to Premiere Pro........................................................................25Intro to WordPress...........................................................................26
VISION COLLEGE.................................................................................26Police Careers..................................................................................26Careers with Children.......................................................................26Web Development............................................................................26Programming...................................................................................27Develop Mobile Applications.............................................................27Barista.............................................................................................27
OTAGO AND SOUTHLAND........................................................................28COASTGAURD NZ................................................................................28
Day Skipper.....................................................................................28Maritime VHF Radio Operator Certificate...........................................28
ARA INSTITUTE OF CANTERBURY..........................................................28
Food Safety Basics...........................................................................29OTAGO POLYTECHNIC..........................................................................29
Food Safety.....................................................................................29Coffee/Coffee Origin and Production..................................................29
SOUTHERN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY...............................................29Barista.............................................................................................30
THE LEARNING PLACE..........................................................................30Event Management..........................................................................30Team Work......................................................................................30Coffee Lab.......................................................................................31Customer Service.............................................................................31Leadership Skills..............................................................................31Coaching.........................................................................................32Communication Skills.......................................................................32Barista.............................................................................................32Interview Skills................................................................................33Resilience........................................................................................33Food Safety.....................................................................................33Bar Tending.....................................................................................34
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL COLLEGE OF NEW ZEALAND............................34Tourism...........................................................................................34Flight Attending...............................................................................34
REGION WIDERED CROSSTe Kura provides for secondary students to attend a one-and-a-half-day Comprehensive First Aid Course. The Red Cross has training rooms throughout the country and offer courses many times a month. Because of this we do not list each individual course. Unit Standards:Level 1: 6402 – Provide resuscitation (1 credit)Level 2: 6401 – Provide First Aid (1 credit)Level 3: 6400 – Manage first aid in emergency situations (2 credits)
Times and Dates: 8.30am-5.30 pm day one and 8.30am-12.30pm day two
Contact: Warrick McCutcheon on 0800 65 99 88 ext. 8374, or [email protected]
NELSON, BLENHEIM AND WEST COAST
COASTGAURD NZCoastguard Boating Education run maritime safety courses throughout the South Island. Boating Education also offers these courses online and workbook-based distance learning. please contact Warrick McCutcheon regarding student interest.
Day Skipper
About: Day Skipper is the best course for those new to boating. It is an introductory course and applies to a wide range of vessels - including yachts, launches, powerboats, jet skis, sea kayaks, and waka. The course covers boat handling, safety equipment, navigation, tides, weather, rules and regulations, emergencies, and knots – it is a broad course outlining the whole boating experience.Date: 18-19 AugustLocation: Picton Time: 9am-5pmUnit Standard: 26542 – Demonstrate basic knowledge of the operation of pleasure/small craft by day (Level 2, 6 Credits)
Maritime VHF Radio Operator Certificate
About: The Maritime VHF Radio Operator Certificate course covers the general features and functions of a maritime VHF radio, correct distress, and urgency procedures for ‘Mayday’ and ‘Pan-Pan’ calls, pro-words and phonetic alphabet, trip reports, weather services, call signs, EPIRBS and other search-and-rescue equipment. Date: 3-5 September (Picton) 8 September (Nelson)Location: Picton & NelsonTime: 6pm-9pm (Picton), 9am-3pm (Nelson) Unit Standards: 19491 – Demonstrate knowledge in using VHF marine radio and an EPIRB (Level 3, 3 Credits)
NELSON MARLBOROUGH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Nelson Campus: 322 Hardy Street, Nelson Richmond Campus: 390 Lower Queen Street, Richmond Marlborough Campus: 85 Budge Street, Blenheim
Barista (Te Kura Group Course)
About: An Excellent introduction to Coffee Making, Commercial Equipment and the Hospitality Industry. Also a great chance to check out NMIT’s facilities and meet other Te Kura Students! Over 3 days.Date: 8, 9 and 10 OctoberLocation: NelsonTime: 9.00am-3.00pmUnit Standards: 17285 (4 Credits at L2)
THE LEARNING PLACE Stoke Bowling Club, 8A Ranui Road, Stoke, Nelson West Coast Campus to Be Confirmed
The Learning Place provide a wide range of STAR courses throughout the year. And plenty of unit standards can be achieved through them. The catalogue will be updated as more course dates become available.
Advanced Customer Service
About: This intensive three-day course is perfect for students who aspire to a career in customer service or retail. Made up of eleven Level Three credits, this course covers communication processes, active listening, and retail and distribution skills through tutor led delivery and an individual student project.Date: 20-22 AugustLocation: NelsonTime: 9.00am-3.00pmUnit Standards: 11815 Answer customer enquiries on the telephone in a wide range of contexts L3 C311818 Demonstrate and apply product and/or service knowledge L3 C211831 Apply skills and qualities of a salesperson in a retail or distribution environment L3 C6
Life Skills
About: As we all know, at a certain point our students are going to face the reality of having to be independent. Teaching a range of life skills that are essential to facilitate independence is the purpose of this essential two-day course.Date: TBC Location: NelsonTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 12349 Demonstrate knowledge of time management L2 C328094 Produce a balanced household budget and adjust the budget to reflect changing financial circumstances L2 C312354 Describe legal implications of living in rented accommodation and means to prevent or resolve related problems L2 C4
Communication Skills
About: a course developed for students entering the workforce or tertiary education,Students explore the importance and application of communication in formal situations. Over 2 daysDate: 27-28 September Location: Nelson, West CoastTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 11097, 1307, 9694 (10 credits at level 3)
Event Management
About: Students work in teams to plan an event. Working with a small budget they organize the event from its initial concept through to hosting friend’s families and invited guests. Over 3 days.Date: TBCLocation: NelsonTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 15190 (10 credits at level 4), 21414 (4 credits at level 3)
Leadership Skills
About: Using videos, role plays and group discussion this intensive two-day course builds the capacity of students wanting to develop self-esteem and leadership skillsDate: TBCLocation: NelsonTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 1312 Give oral instructions in the workplace L3 C324874 Demonstrate knowledge of performance management L3 C49705 Give and respond to feedback on performance L3 C3
WHENUA ITI OUTDOOR EDUCATION 375 Main road (SH60), Lower Moutere Highway, RD2, Upper Moutere
W I O focus on spending time with young people in the outdoors, they offer STAR courses mainly over term 2 and 3. If students at the top of the South Island are interested in Adventure based learning, Tourism, and the outdoors in general contact Warrick McCutcheon.
TAI POUTINI 73-87 Tainui Street, Greymouth
Tai Poutini is a polytechnic in Greymouth they provide several STAR courses. Their courses are arranged to suit. Students on the West Coast who are interested in the following contact Warrick McCutcheon. Agriculture Customer Service Food Safety and cooking IT and Computing Music and audioClick on the link for more info:
http://www.tpp.ac.nz/secondary-tertiary-pathways/secondary-tertiary-alignment-resource-star/
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL COLLEGE OF NEW ZEALAND Hotel Grand Mecure, Monaco, Nelson
ITC offer students the opportunity to gain credits towards NCEA levels 2 and 3. They also give students a taste of the tourism industry through site visits, guest speakers, and participation in activities. Most courses will run as requested. As dates are confirmed for term 1 they will be put up. If students are interested in the tourism or travel industries, contact Warrick McCutcheon.
Adventure Tourism
About: A course about adventure tourism, students learn in a fun environment, increase public speaking ability and learn about safety. Over 2 days.Date: Dates on requestLocation: NelsonTime: 9:30am-3:30pmUnit standards: 1312 (3 credits at level 3)
Flight Attending/Tourism
About: This course will leave students with a clear indication of what they need to do in order to prepare for the exciting world of being a cabin crew member. This is a course suitable for an academic year 11 and any year 12 or 13 student. The class will not only participate in role play activities but use real on-board equipment to test their skill of what it takes to be a successful candidate. Each student will complete the open book assessment and asses their current position and what they now need to do to prepare for the role.Date: 5-6 SeptemberLocation: NelsonTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: (3 credits at level 3)
Travel Short Course
About: This course gives students the feeling of tertiary study and covers, cultural awareness, communication and customers’ service. All these skills are desired in many industries not just relating to Tourism or Aviation.Date: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th of OctoberLocation: NelsonTime: 9:30am-3:30pmUnit standards: 9 credits at level 3
CANTERBURY
SOUTHERN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYChristchurch campus: 60 Waterloo Road, Hornby, Christchurch
Plan and Make Your Own Construction Project
About: A very hands on/ practical course where students can plan and make projects using a variety of materialsDate: 3- 5 SeptemberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 8:30am-3pm Unit Standards: 29678 (4 credits at level 3)
MIG Welding
About: A practical course where students will learn how to use MIG welding plant. A four-day course.Date: 13-16 AugustLocation: ChristchurchTime: 8:30am-3pm Unit Standards: 21683, 21684 (5 credits at level 2)
Gas Welding
About: A practical course where students will learn how to use oxy- acetylene welding plant. A five-day course.Date: 20-24 AugustLocation: ChristchurchTime: 8:30am-3pm Unit Standards: 21682, 21685 (5 credits at level 2)
Use Timber Machinery on a Project
About: A practical course where students will learn how to use variety of timber machines to complete a projectDate: 27-28 AugustLocation: ChristchurchTime: 8:30am-3pm Unit Standards: Unit standard 12999 (Level 3, 3 credits)
Refrigeration and A/C- Build a Fridge
About: A highly practical course where students will be using a variety of engineering hand tools to complete projects culminating in building a fridge.Date: 6-9 AugustLocation: ChristchurchTime: 8:30am-3pm Unit Standards: 2395 (4 credits at level 2)
Hairstyling
About: A mixture of practical skills will be experienced duringthe programme including long hair braiding, simple hairups, shampooing, conditioning treatments, curling andstraightening with heated styling appliances, blow drying andplenty of tips and tricks for hair styling. Students will enjoyclass in our salon-oriented environment. Leading towardsNew Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Salon Support).Date: 3 August- 31 August (over 5 Fridays)Location: ChristchurchTime: 8:30am-3pm Unit Standards: 25792 (8 credits at level 3)
Makeup and Perform
About: Choose a character (from a myth or legend) and create a storyboard to develop a look with makeup and special effects. Create the character by completing the makeup and making the special effects.Date: 3 August- 17 August (3 Fridays)Location: ChristchurchTime: 8:30am-3pm Unit Standards: 25792 (8 credits at level 3)
COASTGAURD NZCoastguard Boating Education run maritime safety courses throughout the South Island. Boating Education also offers these courses online and workbook-based distance learning. please contact Warrick McCutcheon regarding student interest.
Day Skipper
About: Day Skipper is the best course for those new to boating. It is an introductory course and applies to a wide range of vessels - including yachts, launches, powerboats, jet skis, sea kayaks, and waka. The course covers boat handling, safety equipment, navigation, tides, weather, rules and regulations, emergencies, and knots – it is a broad course outlining the whole boating experience.Date: 8-9 SeptemberLocation: Forklift Training Centre, HornbyUnit Standard: 26542 – Demonstrate basic knowledge of the operation of pleasure/small craft by day (Level 2, 6 Credits)
Maritime VHF Radio Operator Certificate
About: The Maritime VHF Radio Operator Certificate course covers the general features and functions of a maritime VHF radio, correct distress, and urgency procedures for ‘Mayday’ and ‘Pan-Pan’ calls, pro-words and phonetic alphabet, trip reports, weather services, call signs, EPIRBS and other search-and-rescue equipment. Date: 6-OctoberLocation: Forklift Training Centre, Hornby Time: 8:30am-2:30pm Unit Standards: 19491 – Demonstrate knowledge in using VHF marine radio and an EPIRB
ARA INSTITUTE OF CANTERBURY Christchurch City Campus: 130 Madras, Christchurch Woolston Campus: Ensors Road, Christchurch Timaru Campus: 32 Arthur Street, Timaru Washdyke Campus: 102 Racecourse Road, Timaru Ashburton Campus: 37 Alford Forest Road, Ashburton
Ara have several campuses throughout the Canterbury region.Courses for term 1 are as follows.
Science and Crimefighting
About: A crime has been committed; use chemistry, biology and science to solve the case and learn about interesting careers paths in this subject area. 1-day taster.Date: 23 AugustLocation: Christchurch City campusTime: 9am-3:30pm Unit standards: Nil
Introduction to Animal Science
About: Find out what it takes to work with animals or as a vet nurse, tour our facilities and meet some of our furry friends. 1-day taster.Date: 20 AugustLocation: Christchurch City campusTime: 9am-3:30pm Unit standards: Nil
Barista Online
About: Learn how to operate and become competent in the use of a commercial barista machine. Course includes around 25 hours of interactive online learning prior to course attendance. Over 3 daysDate: 18-20 SeptemberLocation: Christchurch City campusTime: 9am-3:30pm each dayUnit standards: 17288, 17285, 17284 (8 credits at level 3, 4 credits at level 2)
Beauty Therapy Taster
About: Experience Beauty Therapy as a career. Learn to perform a mini facial, manicure and day make up on your class mate and then have the chance to be pampered yourself. 1 day.Date: 27th September Location: Timaru CampusTime: 9am-3pmUnit Standards: nil
Hairdressing Taster
About: Get a taste of being a Hairdresser as a career. Learn braiding, foiling and styling.Date: 18 October (Timaru), 19 October (City)Location: Christchurch City campus, Timaru CampusTime: 9am-3pmUnit Standards: nil
Food Safety Basics
About: Gain skills required to prepare food safely in a commercial kitchen. Over 2 daysDate: 23rd & 31st August Location: Timaru campus, Time: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 167 (4 credits at level 2)
Food Safety for Industry
About: Gain skills required to prepare food safely in a commercial kitchen. Over 2 daysDate: 3 OctoberLocation: City Campus Time: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 167, 20666 (6 credits at level 2)
Barista Level 2
About: Introduction to coffee making, commercial equipment and the hospitality industry. Over 3 days.Date:11, 18 and 25 September (Timaru), 14, 21 and 28 September (Chch)Location: Timaru campus and City campusTime: 9am-3:30pm each day.Unit standards: 17285 (4 credits at level 2)
Barista Level 3
About: Introduction to coffee making, commercial equipment and the hospitality industry. Over 3 days.Date: 6, 13 and 20 November (Chch and Timaru)Location: City campus and Timaru CampusTime: 9am-3:30pm each day.Unit standards: 17284, 17288 (4 credits at level 2)
Introduction to Te Reo Māori-Te Pae Tata
About: Learn the basics of Te Reo and Tikanga Māori, including pronunciation, introductions and protocols, in an interactive and inclusive environmentDate: Tuesdays from 21st August-18th SeptemberLocation: Timaru.Time: 3pm-5pmUnit standards: nil
Sustainability and Engines
About: Spend the day out and participate in an outdoor activity, while observing current ARA students and learning what this career path is all about.Date: October Dates, TBCLocation: Christchurch City campus.Time: 9am-4pmUnit standards: nil
Automotive- Introduction to Engines
About: Try out a range of hands-on experiences in an automotive workshop and see if being a mechanic is the right career for you. Date: 18 OctoberLocation: Timaru.Time: 3pm-5pmUnit standards: nil
Non- Alcoholic Cocktail Beverage Service
About: Learn how to prepare a range of non-alcoholic beverages and gain essential service skills to prepare you for work in a café environment. Over 4 x 3-hour sessions.Date: 17th, 24th, 31st August and 7th SeptemberLocation: Christchurch City campusTime: 9am-12pmUnit standards: 22428, 17287 (4 credits at level 2)
Essential Skills for Tourism and Hospitality
About: Get an understanding and essential skills for work in local tourism and hospitality sectors. Over 3 days.Date: 16, 23 and 30 October (Tuesdays)Location: Christchurch City campusTime: 9am-3:30pmUnit standards: 24728, 24731 (7 credits at level 2)
Introduction to Carpentry and Joinery
About: Get a feel for what it’s like to work in the building industry.Date: 28th SeptemberLocation: Timaru campus and Woolston Campus.Time: 9am-3pmUnit standards: nil
Introduction to Carpentry, Hardware and Fastening
About: Try out a variety of hands-on activities aimed at equipping you with skills for using a range of hardware and fixings.Date: 31st August and 7th SeptemberLocation: Timaru campus & Woolston CampusTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 25919 (2 credits at level 1)
Sparky for a Day
About: Get a feel for what it’s like to work in the Electrical industry.Date: 26 OctoberLocation: Woolston campusTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: nil
Introduction to Mechanical Engineering- Safe Working Practices
About: Engage in a range of practical activities aimed at enabling you to demonstrate knowledge of and apply safe work practices in an engineering workshop. Over 3 daysDate: 24th and 31st August and 7th SeptemberLocation: Timaru campusTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 21911, 21912 (4 credits at level 2)
NASDA Taster
About: Experience what it’s like to study performing arts full time at the National Academy of Singing and Dramatic Art. A one-day course.Date:5th or 6th DecemberLocation: Christchurch City campusTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: nil
AVON CITY FORD Corner Main South and Epsom Roads, Christchurch
Avon City Ford have a range of training options in the automotive industry including mechanical training and driving training. They have no set dates for course. Contact Warrick McCutcheon if there is student interest in automotive.
AVONMORE 150 Hereford Street, Christchurch
Avonmore is a Tertiary institute in Christchurch, they offer a range of STAR and taster courses. Including Hospitality, Tourism and IT.
Barista
About: Introduction to coffee making, commercial equipment and the hospitality industry. Over 4 days.Date: 27th, - 30th August 1-4 OctoberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 17288 (5 credits at level 3)
IT Fundamentals
About: An introduction to computer hardware and system software support. Over 3 daysDate: 3-5 September or 12-14 NovemberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 18753 (5 credits at level 3)
IT- Introduction to Software Development
About: Learn to build an object-oriented application from the very beginningDate: 3- 5 SeptemberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 18753
THE LEARNING PLACE Christchurch: Bowls Papanui, 181 Condell Avenue, Papanui, Christchurch Timaru: Venue TBC
The Learning Place offers a broad variety of courses on a variety of subjects, including Coaching, Life Skills, Health and Safety, customer Service, Employment Skills, Leadership, Hospitality, Office Management, Security and Media.
Resilience
About: Too often we hear from you that students lack the ability to be resilient when facing life’s challenges, disappointments and change. By no means a cure all Resilience introduces students to ways of coping with life’s many stresses.Date: 14-15 August (Timaru), 23-24 August (Christchurch)Location: Timaru, ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 12355 Describe stress and ways of dealing with it L2 C37124 Demonstrate knowledge of one-to-one negotiation L2 C21299 Be assertive in a range of specified situations L2 C4
Life Skills
About: As we all know, at a certain point our students are going to face the reality of having to be independent. Teaching a range of life skills that are essential to facilitate independence is the purpose of this essential two-day course.Date: TBC Location: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 12349 Demonstrate knowledge of time management L2 C328094 Produce a balanced household budget and adjust the budget to reflect changing financial circumstances L2 C312354 Describe legal implications of living in rented accommodation and means to prevent or resolve related problems L2 C4
Security
About: An exciting two-day course that is the perfect taster for students wishing to enter the defence or Police force after school or would like to obtain employment in the security industry. This is the required mandatory training for the security industry and a great way for students to obtain credits at the same time. Date: TBCLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 27364 Demonstrate knowledge of the security industry in the pre-employment context L2C427360 Demonstrate knowledge of managing conflict situations in a security context
L2C427361 Manage conflict situations in a security context L3C4
Team Work
About: A two-day, 7 credit course, that teaches students the key skills involved in working in a team. Often moving into the workplace or interacting with unfamiliar groups can be daunting and challenging. Teamwork explores the dynamics of participating in a team like a workplace or with a group of unfamiliar people. This interactive and fully engaging course challenges student to get out of their comfort zone and participate in a positive manner in a team environment.Date: 20-21 SeptemberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 27563 Describe teams and team leadership L3 C49681 Contribute in a group/team which has an objective L3 C31296 Interview in informal situations. L3 C3
Bar Tending
About: An exciting two-day course that prepares students for a position as bar staff in a range of hospitality establishments. The course begins with a unit standard around responsible drinking environments and practices, followed by critical knowledge around serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Students also have the opportunity to make and create mock tails. THERE IS NO ALCOHOL INVOLVED ON THIS COURSE. By the end of the two days’ students will have an in-depth knowledge for the hospitality industry.Date: TBCLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 14420 Demonstrate knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages L3 C34645 Demonstrate knowledge of maintaining a responsible drinking environment as a server in a licensed premises L3 C221057 Prepare, construct and garnish mock tails for the hospitality industry L1 C2
Advanced Customer Service
About: This intensive three-day course is perfect for students who aspire to a career in customer service or retail. Made up of eleven Level Three credits, this course covers communication processes, active listening, and retail and distribution skills through tutor led delivery and an individual student project.Date: TBCLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9.00am-3.00pmUnit Standards: 11815 Answer customer enquiries on the telephone in a wide range of contexts L3 C311818 Demonstrate and apply product and/or service knowledge L3 C211831 Apply skills and qualities of a salesperson in a retail or distribution environment L3 C6
Table Service
About: An exciting two-day course that prepares students for a position as wait staff in a range of hospitality establishments. By the end of the two days students will have an in-depth knowledge of menu types, food service styles, preparing areas for service and how to provide excellent table service.Date: TBCLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 14431 Demonstrate knowledge of food service styles and menu types in the hospitality industry L2 C314434 Prepare and clear areas for table service in a commercial hospitality environment L2 C314436 Provide table service in a commercial hospitality environment L2 C4
Event Management
About: Students work in teams to plan an event. Working with a small budget they organize the event from its initial concept through to hosting friend’s families and invited guests. Over 3 days.Date: TBCLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 15190 Develop and implement a work team plan L4 C1021414 Plan and run a recreation activity L3 C4
Communication Skills
About: a course developed for students entering the workforce or tertiary education,Students explore the importance and application of communication in formal situations. Over 2 daysDate: TBC
Location: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 11097 Listen to gain information in an interactive situation L3 C31307 Speak to a known audience in a predictable situation L3 C39694 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the communication process theory L3 C4 Customer Service
About: This two-day course gives students an introduction to the basic principles of customer service, in any work environment that has a customer service interface. Date: 6th-7th SeptemberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 57 Provide customer service. L2 C211941 Establish and maintain positive customer service interactions. L2 C228295 Demonstrate knowledge of serving customers in a retail environment L2 C5
Coffee Lab
About: On this three-day barista course students will gain a comprehensive knowledge of espresso machine skills. The course will cover the history and evolution of coffee and students will have ample opportunity to work on commercial espresso machines, creating a wide range of espresso beverages.Date: 3rd -5th SeptemberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards:17284 Demonstrate knowledge of coffee origin and production L3 C317288 Prepare and present espresso beverages for service L3 C5
Workplace Health and Safety
About: This is an interactive one-day course that is essential for students going into the workplace on Gateway and or work experience. Date: 17th AugustLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 17593 Demonstrate knowledge of workplace health & safety regulations
Sports Coaching
About: This coaching course is perfect for students who are interested in or currently coaching a sports team. On the course students will learn the skills needed to effectively coach a sports team and how to plan a training session for maximum results. What better way to recognise students who are already doing the hard work, than with a course that develops their skills as well as gaining unit standard credits.Date: 17-19 SeptemberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 22771 Plan a beginner level coaching session for sport participants L3 C422768 Conduct and review a beginner level coaching session L3 C620673 Demonstrate knowledge of injury prevention and risk and injury management in sport or recreation L3 C4
Barista
About: An introduction to foundation barista skills and the history of coffee, in this course students will learn how to use a commercial espresso machine and standard industry techniquesDate: 15th -16th August (Timaru), 10-11 September (Christchurch)Location: Timaru ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 17284 Demonstrate knowledge of coffee origin and production L3 C317285 Demonstrate knowledge of commercial espresso equipment and prepare espresso beverages under supervision L2 C4
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL COLLEGE OF NEW ZEALAND International Antarctic Centre, 38 Orchard Road, Christchurch Airport SIT Christchurch, 60 Waterloo Rd, Hornby, Christchurch.
ITC offer students the opportunity to gain credits towards NCEA levels 2 and 3. They also give students a taste of the tourism industry through site visits, guest speakers, and participation in activities. Most courses will run as requested. As dates are confirmed for term 1 they will be put up. If students are interested in the tourism industry contact Warrick McCutcheon.
Travel Short Course
About: This course gives students the feeling of tertiary study and covers, cultural awareness, communication and customers’ service. All these skills are desired in many industries not just relating to Tourism or Aviation.Date: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th of OctoberLocation: SIT ChristchurchTime: 9:30am-3:30pmUnit standards: 3 credits at level 3
Adventure Tourism
About: A course about adventure tourism, students learn in a fun environment, increase public speaking ability and learn about safety. Over 2 days.Date: Dates on Request Location: SIT ChristchurchTime: 9:30am-3:30pmUnit standards: 1312 (3 credits at level 3)
Tourism
About: This unit covers the importance of good staff and what it takes for companies to do well in the largest industry in NZ. This is achievable for both year 12 & 13 students and is a real eye opener to students who realise that they indeed have a big part to play in a company’s success. You will visit 3 different areas of tourism and ITC organises these visits.Date: Dates on RequestLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: (3 credits at level 3)
Flight Attending
About: This course will leave students with a clear indication of what they need to do to prepare for the exciting world of being a cabin crew member. This is a course suitable for an academic year 11 and any year 12 or 13 student. The class will not only participate in role play activities but use real on-board equipment to test their skill of what it takes to be a successful candidate. Each student will complete the open book assessment and asses their current position and what they now need to do to prepare for the role.Date: 18-19 SeptemberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: (3 credits at level 3)
YOOBEE Otakaro L2, Otakaro Building, Dovedale Ave, Ilam, Christchurch
Yoobee offer courses in digital design as well as I.T in general. Course dates for term 1 are as follows.
Web Design 42-hour Evening Training Package
About: Learn the technical skills to plan and build a website to an industry standard. The course includes front end design and development, HTML and CSS, design principles for web, troubleshooting, back end database management and integrating PHP and MySQL. You will learn forms to CSS drop downs, integrating jQuery and media queries. Beginners welcome, proficiency with computers required.Date: From 7 August-20th SeptemberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 6pm-9pm Unit standards: nil
Intro to Illustrator
About: Get up and running with Adobe Illustrator, the industry standard software for creating vector art. Learn how to create illustrations, diagrams, logos, advertisements and single page layouts with text and graphics using drawing, painting and text manipulation Illustrator tools. Over 2 days.Date: 26-27 September or 30-31 OctoberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-4pmUnit standards: nil
Intro to Maya
About: An introduction to 3D graphics application. Over 2 days.Date: TBCLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-4pm Unit standards: nil
Intro to HTML
About: An introduction to creating your own website. Over 2 days.
Date: TBCLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-4pmUnit standards: nil
Intro to Premiere Pro
About: This course will teach you how to capture footage, set up a timeline and gain an understanding of video formats, compression and importing audio. You’ll create transitions and export your finished edits to suit your desired delivery platform. Over 2 days. Date: 1-2 NovemberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-4pmUnit standards: nil
Intro to WordPress
About: Learn how to create your own website or update an existing one. This course teaches entry level WordPress skills. Over 2 days.Date: 13-14 SeptemberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-4pmUnit standards: nil
VISION COLLEGEVision has a wide range of short courses available. These cover a range of topics and are designed to up-skill the students in the areas they need to learn.
Police Careers
About: To familiarise students with the Industry requirements, and educational pre-requisites of people entering a career with the Police. This course offers an introduction and basic overview of everyday Police work. Date: 2-5 OctoberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-4pmUnit standards: 12350 Demonstrate Knowledge of Law Enforcement (2 credits at level 1)
Careers with Children
About: AIM - To familiarise students with Industry requirements and educational pre-requisites of people entering Early Childhood Development.Date: 1-4 OctoberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-4pmUnit standards: 20406 Demonstrate knowledge of and apply effective communication with diverse whanau/families in an ECE service. (4 credits at level 3)
Web Development
About: This course will familiarise students with the Industry requirements and educational pre-requisites of people entering the field of Web Page Design. Date: 1-4 OctoberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-4pmUnit standards: US 25655 Create a website using a dedicated web authoring tool to meet a set brief. (3 credits at level 2)
Programming
About: To provide students with an introduction to the wonderful possibilities of programming.We have two different options available:• Game Development using Game maker• Programming solutions using Visual Basic.netDate: 8-11 OctoberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-4pmUnit standards: US 18740 Create a simple computer program to meet a set brief.(3 credits at level 2)
Develop Mobile Applications
About: This course will introduce students to the wide world of Software Development for Mobile Applications.Date: 16th-19th JulyLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-4pmUnit standards: US 26744 Produce a media application for use on a communication device to meet a set brief. Level 2 Credits 5
Barista
About: An introduction to barista skills and the history of coffee, students will learn to operate a commercial espresso machine and learn standard industry techniques. Over 2 daysDate: 4-5 October or 11-12 OctoberLocation: ChristchurchTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 11784, 17285 (3 credits at level 3, 4 credits at level 2)
OTAGO AND SOUTHLAND
COASTGAURD NZCoastguard Boating Education run maritime safety courses throughout the South Island. Boating Education also offers these courses online and workbook-based distance learning. please contact Warrick McCutcheon regarding student interest.
Day Skipper
About: Day Skipper is the best course for those new to boating. It is an introductory course and applies to a wide range of vessels - including yachts, launches, powerboats, jet skis, sea kayaks, and waka. The course covers boat handling, safety equipment, navigation, tides, weather, rules and regulations, emergencies, and knots – it is a broad course outlining the whole boating experience.Date: TBCLocation: Dunedin & RivertonUnit Standard: 26542 – Demonstrate basic knowledge of the operation of pleasure/small craft by day (Level 2, 6 Credits)
Maritime VHF Radio Operator Certificate
About: The Maritime VHF Radio Operator Certificate course covers the general features and functions of a maritime VHF radio, correct distress, and urgency procedures for ‘Mayday’ and ‘Pan-Pan’ calls, pro-words and phonetic alphabet, trip reports, weather services, call signs, EPIRBS and other search-and-rescue equipment. Date: TBCLocation: Dunedin & RivertonTime: TBC
Unit Standards: 19491 – Demonstrate knowledge in using VHF marine radio and an EPIRB
ARA INSTITUTE OF CANTERBURY44 Humber Street, Oamaru
Ara are a large Polytech based in Canterbury, they have a satellite campus in Oamaru
Food Safety Basics
About: Gain skills required to prepare food safely in a commercial kitchen. Over 2 daysDate: 30 OctoberLocation: Oamaru Time: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 167 (4 credits at level 2)
OTAGO POLYTECHNIC Corner Eris and Ray Streets, Cromwell Forth Street, North Dunedin, Dunedin
Otago Polytech provide several STAR courses throughout Southland and Otago. More courses and dates will be available Later in the year. Some dates available below.
Food Safety
About: This unit explains the legislation of food safety. It is often a legal requirement to complete this course prior to working in some workplaces.Date: TBCLocation: Dunedin and Central Otago Time: 8:30am-5pmUnit standards: 167 (4 credits at level 2)
Coffee/Coffee Origin and Production
About: Learn how to prepare espresso beverages using specialised equipment and gain knowledge about coffee production. Over 2 days.Date: TBCLocation: Central Otago Time: 9am-3pm (2 days)Unit standards: 17258 (4 credits at level 2), 17284 (4 credits at level 3)
SOUTHERN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 133 Tay Street Invercargill 70 Kakapo Street, Gore Level 2 Dart House, Hawthorne Drive, Remarkable Park Town Centre,
Queenstown
SIT provide several STAR courses throughout Southland,
Barista
About: An introduction to barista skills and the history of coffee, students will learn to operate a commercial espresso machine and learn standard industry techniques. Over 2 daysDate: 1-4 October or 8-11 OctoberLocation: QueenstownTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 17285 Demonstrate knowledge of commercial espresso equipment and prepare espresso beverages under supervision L2 C4
THE LEARNING PLACE Surrey Park Sports Centre, Isabella Street, Invercargill The Learning Place,33 Princess Street, Dunedin
The Learning Place offers a broad variety of courses on a variety of subjects, including Coaching, Life Skills, Health and Safety, customer Service, Employment Skills, Leadership, Hospitality, Office Management, Security and Media.
Event Management
About: Students work in teams to plan an event. Working with a small budget they organize the event from its initial concept through to hosting friend’s families and invited guests. Over 3 days.Date: TBCLocation: DunedinTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 15190 (10 credits at level 4), 21414 (4 credits at level 3)
Team Work
About: A two-day, 7 credit course, that teaches students the key skills involved in working in a team. Often moving into the workplace or interacting with unfamiliar groups can be daunting and challenging. Teamwork explores the dynamics of participating in a team like a workplace or with a group of unfamiliar people. This interactive and fully engaging course challenges student to get out of their comfort zone and participate in a positive manner in a team environment.Date: TBCLocation: InvercargillTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 27563 Describe teams and team leadership L3 C49681 Contribute in a group/team which has an objective L3 C327563 Describe teams and team leadership. L3 C4
Coffee Lab
About: On this three-day barista course students will gain a comprehensive knowledge of espresso machine skills. The course will cover the history and evolution of coffee and students will have ample opportunity to work on commercial espresso machines, creating a wide range of espresso beverages.Date: TBCLocation: DunedinTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards:17284 Demonstrate knowledge of coffee origin and production L3 C317288 Prepare and present espresso beverages for service L3 C5
Customer Service
About: This two-day course is perfect for students who aspire to a career in customer service or retail. Made up of eleven Level Three credits, this course covers communication processes, active listening, and retail and distribution skills through tutor led delivery and an individual student project.Date: 17-18 SeptemberLocation: DunedinTime: 9.00am-3.00pmUnit Standards: 11815 Answer customer enquiries on the telephone in a wide range of contexts L3 C3
11818 Demonstrate and apply product and/or service knowledge L3 C211831 Apply skills and qualities of a salesperson in a retail or distribution environment L3 C6
Leadership Skills
About: Using videos, role plays and group discussion this intensive two-day course builds the capacity of students wanting to develop self-esteem and leadership skills. Perfect for school leaders, those students in work already or students needing to come out of their shell.Date: 21-22 August (Invercargill), 13-14 September (Gore)Location: Invercargill, GoreTime: 9.00am-3.00pmUnit Standards: 1312 Give oral instructions in the workplace L3 C324874 Demonstrate knowledge of performance management L3 C49705 Give and respond to feedback on performance L3 C3
Coaching
About: This coaching course is perfect for students who are interested in or currently coaching a sports team. On the course students will learn the skills needed to effectively coach a sports team and how to plan a training session for maximum results. What better way to recognise students who are already doing the hard work, than with a course that develops their skills as well as gaining unit standard credits.Date: 17-19 SeptemberLocation: InvercargillTime: 9am-3pmUnit Standards: 22771 Plan a beginner level coaching session for sport participants L3 C422768 Conduct and review a beginner level coaching session L3 C620673 Demonstrate knowledge of injury prevention and risk and injury management in sport or recreation L3 C4
Communication Skills
About: a course developed for students entering the workforce or tertiary education,Students explore the importance and application of communication in formal situations. Over 2 daysDate: 27-28 August Location: Dunedin, Time: 9am-3pmUnit Standards: 11097 Listen to gain information in an interactive situation L3 C31307 Speak to a known audience in a predictable situation L3 C39694 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the communication process theory L3 C4
Barista
About: An introduction to barista skills and the history of coffee, students will learn to operate a commercial espresso machine and learn standard industry techniques. Over 2 daysDate: 25-26 August Location: DunedinTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 17284 Demonstrate knowledge of coffee origin and production L3 C317285 Demonstrate knowledge of commercial espresso equipment and prepare espresso beverages under supervision L2 C4
Interview Skills
About: A one day course which introduces students to interviews, ranging from course entry and job interviews to informal interviews. Students will be assessed planning, conducting and reviewing an informal interview. Over two days.Date: 6-7 SeptemberLocation: DunedinTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 1296 Interview in Informal Situations L3 C3
Resilience
About: Too often we hear from you that students lack the ability to be resilient when facing life’s challenges, disappointments and change. By no means a cure all Resilience introduces students to ways of coping with life’s many stresses.Date: 6-7 SeptemberLocation: DunedinTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 12355 Describe stress and ways of dealing with it L2 C37124 Demonstrate knowledge of one-to-one negotiation L2 C21299 Be assertive in a range of specified situations L2 C4
Food Safety
About: A practical course that is intended for students wishing to or currently working in food businesses. Students will learn how to maintain effective personal hygiene and work in a safe manner with food.Date: 8 SeptemberLocation: Dunedin
Time: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 167 Practice food safety methods in a food business L2 C4
Bar Tending
About: An exciting two-day course that prepares students for a position as bar staff in a range of hospitality establishments. The course begins with a unit standard around responsible drinking environments and practices, followed by critical knowledge around serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Students also have the opportunity to make and create mocktails. THERE IS NO ALCOHOL INVOLVED ON THIS COURSE. By the end of the two days’ students will have an in depth knowledge for the hospitality industry.Date: 13-14 September Location: QueenstownTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: 14420 Demonstrate knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages L3 C34645 Demonstrate knowledge of maintaining a responsible drinking environment as a server in a licensed premises L3 C221057 Prepare, construct and garnish mocktails for the hospitality industry L1 C2
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL COLLEGE OF NEW ZEALAND Invercargill: Kelvin Hotel, 20 Kelvin Street, Invercargill Dunedin: Venue to Be Confirmed Queenstown: Southern Institute of Technology, 11 Hawthorne Drive,
Frankton, Queenstown.
ITC offer students the opportunity to gain credits towards NCEA levels 2 and 3. They also give students a taste of the tourism industry through site visits, guest speakers, and participating in exciting activities. Most courses will run as requested. Contact Warrick McCutcheon if students are interested in travel and tourism.
Tourism
About: This course is held at the Transport Museum in Invercargill. The unit covers the importance of good staff and what it takes for companies to do well in the largest industry in NZ. This is achievable for both year 12 & 13 students and is a real eye opener to students who realise that they indeed have a big part to play in a company’s success. You will visit 3 different areas of tourism and ITC organises these visits.Date: Dates on RequestLocation: Invercargill and DunedinTime: 9am-3pm
Unit standards: (3 credits at level 3)
Flight Attending
About: This course will leave students with a clear indication of what they need to do in order to prepare for the exciting world of being a cabin crew member. This is a course suitable for an academic year 11 and any year 12 or 13 student. The class will not only participate in role play activities but use real on-board equipment to test their skill of what it takes to be a successful candidate. Each student will complete the open book assessment and asses their current position and what they now need to do to prepare for the role.Date: Dates on RequestLocation: Invercargill and DunedinTime: 9am-3pmUnit standards: (3 credits at level 3)
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