Tawa College

Level 1 Pathways 101

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs K. Wiltshire.

Pathways 101
This course is designed to develop students knowledge of employability skills and career exploration.

Topics covered include writing a CV and cover letter for a job, communication, team work, self-management skills and career exploration and planning. It is a theory based course with practical application where applicable.

Course Overview

Term 1
Life skills theme and Introduction to career exploration
Students develop senior classroom work skills including research and self-management skills.

Impact of alcohol and other drugs
Community agencies and services provided
Team work

Term 2
Employability and careers skills
Students are beginning to search for part-time jobs - this package will help set them up.
They will develop the confidence and skills to gain (or change) employment

CV writing
Formal correspondence and cover letters
Interview skills

Term 3
Employability/life skills theme
Students develop future planning skills and knowledge required for independent living.

Completing Forms
Driving preparation
Decision making - Purchasing household consumables

Term 4
Career Exploration and Future Planning
Students explore options for future study and employment and produce a plan for their next steps.

Learning Areas:

Transition and Careers

Pathway

NCEA Level 2 Early Childhood Education 201, NCEA Level 2 Gateway 201, NCEA Level 2 Pathways 201, Trades Academy Level 2 and 3

This course provides students with a range of skills and knowledge to support future pathway decisions.

Career Pathways

Sales Representative, Copywriter, Veterinary Nurse, Retail Manager, Beekeeper, Glazier, Automotive Refinisher, Bank Worker, Cafe Worker, Building Insulator, Beauty Therapist, Biochemist, Metal Worker, Buyer, Contact Centre Worker, Motor Vehicle Salesperson, Flooring Installer, Table Games Dealer, Retail Sales Assistant, Managing Director/Chief Executive, Delivery Driver, Cleaner, Dental Technician, Interior Designer, Legal Executive, Demonstrator, Engineering Machinist, Florist, Food Technologist, Service Station Attendant, Lighting Technician, Agricultural/Horticultural Field Representative, Locksmith, Vehicle Groomer/Cleaner, Purchasing/Supply Officer, Real Estate Agent, Telemarketer, Travel Agent/Adviser, Data Analyst