Careers
The Courses we offer meet the changing workforce needs across 6 Industry Sectors. explore the careers below to find what could be in your future.

Construction & Infrastructure

The Creative Industries

Manufacturing & Technology

The Primary Industries

The Service Industries

Social/Community Services
Construction & Infrastructure

Earning Potential
$37,000 – $145,000
Types of Jobs
Labourer, carpenter, scaffolder, roofer, painter, plasterer, crane
operator, earth mover, manager.
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Local Employers
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Current Courses
Pathways Awarua
Pathways Awarua Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online and getting job ready. Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online, that gets you up to speed with all those essential skills. With over 400 modules, you can choose the content that...
Driving, forklift, machine operator trainings offered NOW in Kawerau
Kawerau Logistics and Distribution CentreIn the Kawerau Logistics and Distribution Centre you can learn to become a trained driver machine operators forklift Driver confined space, and a range of mobile equipment operators required in construction, agricultural and...
The Creative Industries

Earning Potential
$35,000 – $90,000 – DIGITAL DESIGN
$20,000 – $80,000 – PERFORMING ARTS
Types of Jobs
DIGITAL DESIGN : Graphic designer, animator, gaming designer
PERFORMING ARTS : Performer, lighting technician, sound technician, choreographer, production manager
PRevious Students
Overview
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Local Employers
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Current Courses
Pathways Awarua
Pathways Awarua Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online and getting job ready. Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online, that gets you up to speed with all those essential skills. With over 400 modules, you can choose the content that...
Driving, forklift, machine operator trainings offered NOW in Kawerau
Kawerau Logistics and Distribution CentreIn the Kawerau Logistics and Distribution Centre you can learn to become a trained driver machine operators forklift Driver confined space, and a range of mobile equipment operators required in construction, agricultural and...
Manufacturing & Technology

Earning Potential
$35,000 – $110,000 –ENGINEERING
$45,000 – $207,000 –TECHNOLOGY
Types of Jobs
ENGINEERING : Auto groomer, builder, repair technician, mechanical engineer, machinist
TECHNOLOGY : IT technician, programmer
PRevious Students
Overview
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Local Employers
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Current Courses
Pathways Awarua
Pathways Awarua Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online and getting job ready. Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online, that gets you up to speed with all those essential skills. With over 400 modules, you can choose the content that...
Driving, forklift, machine operator trainings offered NOW in Kawerau
Kawerau Logistics and Distribution CentreIn the Kawerau Logistics and Distribution Centre you can learn to become a trained driver machine operators forklift Driver confined space, and a range of mobile equipment operators required in construction, agricultural and...
Primary Industries

Earning Potential
$40,000 – $150,000 – FORESTRY
$39,000 – $160,000 – AGRICULTURE
Types of Jobs
FORESTRY : Logger, planter, forest manager
AGRICULTURE : Farm assistant, dairy farm manager, aquaculture farmer
PRevious Students
Overview
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Local Employers
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Current Courses
Pathways Awarua
Pathways Awarua Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online and getting job ready. Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online, that gets you up to speed with all those essential skills. With over 400 modules, you can choose the content that...
Driving, forklift, machine operator trainings offered NOW in Kawerau
Kawerau Logistics and Distribution CentreIn the Kawerau Logistics and Distribution Centre you can learn to become a trained driver machine operators forklift Driver confined space, and a range of mobile equipment operators required in construction, agricultural and...
Service Industries

Earning Potential
$ 35,000 – $63,000 – HOSPITALITY
$ 35,000 – $63,000 – TOURISM
$ 39,000 – $65,000 – HAIR & BEAUTY
Types of jobs
HOSPITALITY : Customer service, food & beverage service, hotel management
TOURISM : Tour guide, reservation coordinator, customer service
HAIR & BEAUTY : Hair stylist, beauty therapist, salon owner
PRevious Students
Overview
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Local Employers
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Current Courses
Pathways Awarua
Pathways Awarua Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online and getting job ready. Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online, that gets you up to speed with all those essential skills. With over 400 modules, you can choose the content that...
Driving, forklift, machine operator trainings offered NOW in Kawerau
Kawerau Logistics and Distribution CentreIn the Kawerau Logistics and Distribution Centre you can learn to become a trained driver machine operators forklift Driver confined space, and a range of mobile equipment operators required in construction, agricultural and...
Social & Community Services

Earning Potential
$35,000 – $146,000 – FITNESS
$40,000 – $85,000 – SOCIAL HEALTH
Types of Jobs
FITNESS : Personal trainer, team trainer, premier coach
SOCIAL HEALTH : Social worker, caregiver
PRevious Students
Overview
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Local Employers
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Current Courses
Pathways Awarua
Pathways Awarua Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online and getting job ready. Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online, that gets you up to speed with all those essential skills. With over 400 modules, you can choose the content that...
Driving, forklift, machine operator trainings offered NOW in Kawerau
Kawerau Logistics and Distribution CentreIn the Kawerau Logistics and Distribution Centre you can learn to become a trained driver machine operators forklift Driver confined space, and a range of mobile equipment operators required in construction, agricultural and...
Explore your Future
Learn a trade that leads to future employment.
Our courses are linked to skills shortages and regional growth needs across the Bay of Plenty. We encourage you to remain in school, complete your NCEA level 2 qualification and gain trades skills and knowledge that will lead you successfully into the job market.
Courses offered meet our changing workforce needs across the Bay of Plenty region, and range from “Typical Trades” (courses in Construction, Engineering and Hospitality) to “21st century trades courses” that are infused with technology (like Game Art, IT Support, Web and Graphic Design).
In the Bay, we are also fortunate to have booming farming and agricultural sectors. Also with the investment of Provincial Growth Funded projects in Aquaculture, Marine Services, Domestic Tourism, and Getting goods to the market (logistics and distribution and the Kawerau container mill) that will provide for local jobs opportunities for years to come!
Step Into your Future.
Gain tertiary training and qualifications as part of high school without having to pay tertiary fees. Get hands-on, trades training linked to our region’s, 21st century, workforce needs.