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Get Online!Use the Whitireia 10 profile questions here or on facebook to get you started

Take the Careers New Zealand ‘Know Your Skills’ quiz knowyourskills.careers.govt.nz

IT’S YOUR JOURNEY. Ask yourself these 10 questions to help you figure out who you are and where you want to go.

1. What are some of the things you feel you do well?2. What challenges you?3. What do you like to do for fun?4. What’s something you’ve always wanted to try?5. Who do you look up to?6. What accomplishment has made you most proud?7. What’s your favourite class?8. What do you read about in your free time?9. If you could do any job for a day, what would it be?10. As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?

Finding your big future starts with you

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polytechnic study.

Practical Programmes

make it happen.

I live life to the fullest

I need a qualification to travel

I like to get stuck in and get it built

I really want to work with people

“The outdoor education programme at Whitireia is awesome. You learn heaps and make lots of new friends. Whitireia provides a safe education with the x-factor.” Diploma in Outdoor Adventure – Ash Cuff

“I chose civil construction because I have always wanted to drive heavy machines.” Certificate in Civil Construction – Yvonne Cashmore

“I love to dance, I love to sing. Performing Arts has given me the best of both worlds.” Bachelor of Applied Arts (Performing Arts) – Callum Sefo

“What I’m learning at Whitireia is just showing me a world of opportunity.” Bachelor of Applied Business Studies – Sam Bishop

“Whitireia is such an amazing place, it has given me the opportunity to meet awesome people and to gain the skills and knowledge I need to become a successful Māori nurse.” Bachelor of Nursing Māori – Courtney Kenny

l Working with children

l Systems & problem solving

l How people think

l Media & current events

l Design & style

l Working with my hands

l Helping others

l Arts & entertainment

l Business

l Gadgets & experiments

l Social support & issues

Refresh what you know about yourselfto make the best career choice

What do you like to do? What makes you curious and excited to learn more?

How is a polytechnic different from a university?Polytechnics offer practical hands on learning in the classroom, that can be used directly in a job or industry. At Whitireia you learn skills and concepts to earn a qualification and for most of our programmes you are eligible for StudyLink loans and support.

Whitireia is one of the top polytechnics in New Zealand – RATED HIGHLY for student success by the government.

Have a look through our prospectus, you’ll find a copy on our website www.whitireia.ac.nz

Certificate in Commercial Broadcasting Sarah Holyoake“The New Zealand Radio Training School has opened my eyes and doors to opportunities and possibilities in the radio industry. I have thrived on what they have taught me and have gained essential skills for furthering my career in radio.”

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Getting started?

5 steps to get the most out of a campus visitFirst, decide how and what campus you are going to visit

L There are seven Whitireia campuses in the Wellington region, addresses are on our website

L Programmes often run information evenings, phone us and ask about your interests

L There are many schools programmes, you can get a feel for a subject on campus with some classmates. These are for year 10 and up

L Our Information & Enrolment Centre staff at our Porirua campus are available to answer any questions, provide information sheets and liaise with you about any of our programmes

L There is a careers advice service at Whitireia, you can phone and make a time

L Are you visiting by car, bus or some other way? Parking is free around the Porirua and Kāpiti campuses but its city parking for the Wellington ones

Prepare for your visit L Campus maps are on our website

L Ask us any questions you have on our facebook page or call our Information & Enrolment Centre

L Talk to the Careers Advisor at your school or the Careers Consultant at Whitireia and have a look at the Careers New Zealand guides

Take your own tour L Just wander in, with friends or family

L Explore the café, talk to reception and Information & Enrolment Centre staff at our Porirua campus

L Check us out by going to a show, gig, performance or exhibition, check out www.thetheatre.co.nz to see what shows are on. Check out our news service www.newswire.co.nz to see what our journalism students do

Make connections L Talk to students at Whitireia

L Ask us anything on our facebook page , have a look at YouTube and search for online material

Make notes L What now? Just relax, observe and have fun

Multiply your choices

Certificate in Rock, Jazz and Commercial Music Hannah Reynolds“Whitireia has opened my eyes to all the aspects of music and the music industry. I’m learning things that are essential to my career that I wouldn’t have even thought of. The staff are awesome and I have the opportunity to sort my career and break into the industry while still studying.”

Our Information & Enrolment team are there to answer any questions you have about studying at Whitireia

StudyLink applications for loans and allowances can be made on www.studylink.govt.nz

Check out www.youthguarantee.co.nz for information on vocational pathways. This provides ideas on where your study could take you

Careers advice is available at Whitireia, call us

Certificate in Beauty and Hairdressing Angel Love“Ma te kete matauranga e tautoko au ki a tutaki I aku akoranga (The education that Whitireia has to offer will support and help me achieve my dreams and goals of becoming a Hair & Make Up Artist). This programme has brought a lighter light upon my life.”

Study at a Polytechnic:

FAQs ?I don’t know what I want to do?This happens to most of us. There are people and places out there that can help you make study and career choices. There are also FREE online interactive tools. Check out www.careers.govt.nz go to the interactive tools or you can clock in to the Career Quest survey and you’ll be on your way. There is also a Careers Consultant at the Porirua campus. You can make an appointment by calling 0800 944 847.

I want to get a job, but I don’t have any qualifications?Whitireia offers many programmes at Levels 1-4. These are made up of programmes created to meet employer and industry needs. Some offer on the job experience.

I want a degree, but I don’t meet the entry criteria?We have foundation level programmes that help build language, literacy and numeracy skills and give you the skills that are necessary for further study or employment. Completing one of our foundation programmes gives you the opportunity to apply for study in one of our degree programmes.

I’m not sure I’ll do well in my studies?You need to start at a level that is right for you. Whitireia offers learning support while studying. You can use this support by yourself or in a group – it’s up to you!

I’m not confident writing, reading or doing maths?That’s ok, our foundation programmes help build your skills in language, literacy and numeracy.

I’m at home with kids, I can’t attend classes!Whitireia has a number of online programmes. Call us, chat to us on facebook or check out www.whitireia.ac.nz. There is a childcare centre at our Porirua campus which you can use for your children while studying here. You do need to pay for this and it does pay to enrol your children early.

I don’t know if I’ll be accepted into the programme?Although you may meet the entry criteria, some programmes are very popular – they fill up quickly. Don’t be disappointed, apply sooner rather than later. Make sure you check closing dates.

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What do students say… DJ Anthony Mckee“Since I started the programme I’ve opened up to all aspects of music and the music industry itself. Everyday is a new learning experience and brings new ultimate goals of being a full-time DJ.”

Certificate in Electrical Engineering Sophie Coulson“Learning to become an electrician is so exciting and interesting; the way Whitireia teaches the electrical engineering programme really gives you the knowledge and confidence to do your best.”

Diploma in Applied Stage and Screen Arts Georgina Sivier “Studying at Whitireia has given me the confidence and all the training I’ll need to succeed as an actress. I feel like I could take on anything when I get out there, I can’t wait!”

Diploma in Performing Arts (Singing) Awhimai Fraser“Whitireia has given me the chance to live my dreams. The people at the Performance Centre have quickly become my family and I’m learning from the most amazing tutors.”

certificate in Carpentry Hayden Kaire“I chose to study carpentry at Whitireia because I saw it as a long-term career. Whitireia is a very good place to study and I would recommend it to anyone that’s willing to give it a try.”

Certificate in Plumbing, Drainlaying, Gasfitting and Roofing Julita Richards“I enjoy this programme, everyones friendly. I’ve never done anything like this; this will be a year to remember.”

Bachelor of health science (Paramedic) Isaac Isa’ako “The degree is just awesome. The tutors are always willing to help and the facilities give us the chance to put our theory into practice. The degree has also given me the chance to meet some really great people both in class and out on the ambulance.”

national certificate in Hairdressing Toreka Leti“Being a hair stylist is a passion of mine. I have gained more knowledge at Whitireia which will help me get to where I want to be: a qualified hairstylist.”

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