CAREERS
"To equip students so they are able to make wise decisions regarding their future Training & Career"
The college has a Careers Department, based upstairs (mezzanine floor) in the library. Mr Frank Ching works part time as Careers Adviser, and Mrs Esther Loader works part time also as Careers Assistant. The phone extension for contact is 757 or you can email chingf@upperhutt.school.nz.
On-Line Career Information:
The best web-site for Careers Information is that of the Careers NZ - www.careers.govt.nz You will find background information regarding just about any job you can think of. You will also find information on topics like how to make wise subject choices and how to put your CV together. We recommend that you make good use of this web-site when exploring about future training or jobs.
"CAREER TIPS" FROM THE CAREERS SERVICES
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Welcome to Career Tips. This provides practical tips, information and support that you can use on a daily basis to support young people as they make learning and career decisions.
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It’s decision time for teens at school. They are choosing school subjects or making plans to leave and move on to further education or work. On top of this, many teens are in the middle of internal assessments and exams.
In this issue, we provide tips and tools so you can help teens in these situations. We also provide advice on the importance of having a ‘plan B’ for teens who are considering tertiary study next year, now that tertiary institutions have limited spaces on courses.
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| Helping a teen choose their school subjects for next year? Choosing the right subjects is all about connecting interests, skills and subjects to career options, and planning ahead with pre-requisites. Use this information and these tools, to help a teen choose their subjects. |
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Want to help a teen beat exam stress? Become a stress-busting ally by encouraging revision breaks and creating a calm home. Find more tips here. Teens can also access tips and resources through Studyit.
Worried about a teen getting into tertiary study next year? The bar has been raised for many students and some may need a ‘plan B’. Help them come up with a ‘plan B’ by clicking here.
2nd Edition: See www.careers.govt.nz/newsletters.html
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Do you know what your teen’s career plans are? You are your child’s biggest influencer, so the more you know, the more you can help. Information like leaving school – what to think about and the decision-making quiz are great starting points.
Looking for funding to support a teen while they study? StudyLink helps students get the finance and support they are entitled to so they can complete their study. Scholarships, grants and awards can also be great source of funding.
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