Level 3 Gateway
Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs M. Shanley.
This course aims to prepare students for their life after school and help them create a plan towards employment or further study. Unit standards are themed to focus on the student's context which allows them to use their own life situation as the basis for their future focus. Tuakiti ahurea (Identity) plays a major role in student learning and outcomes.
13 Gateway is a course that investigates career pathways. Students that want to know more about possible employment or study choices when they leave school would benefit from taking this course. In order to complete the course students are required to complete a total of 5 days work experience out of school. This can be done during school time or outside of school hours. Students are able to source their own placement as long as the teacher has all the information and contact details of the employer. Alternatively a placement that aligns with their chosen career path will be obtained for them. They have the chance to gain 20+ credits as well as drivers license's and Health and Safety certificate.
The main focus of the course is to strengthen skills and knowledge in:
Awareness – Self, careers, pathways, relationships, research
Practical – work experience, CV and Cover letter writing, Job search, driver licensing
Preparedness – Student has a clear plan for when they leave school and strategies to obtain immediate and long-term goals
Given the importance of creating good working behavior and employment relationships, regular attendance is an expectation in Level 3 Gateway. NOTE: IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT GOING TO UNIVERSITY, THIS COURSE IS NOT SUITABLE.
Course Overview
Term 1
22316 Knowledge of the management of drugs/Alcohol - Level 3, 4 credits
17602 Hazard identification and risk assessment - Level 3, 4 credits
4251 Career Plan - Level 3, 3 credits
3491 Write a Report - Level 3, 4 credits
Term 2
1296 Interview in Informal Situations - Level 3, 3 credits
11097 Listen Actively to gain information - Level 3, 3 credits
Term 3
1279 Write in Plain English - Level 3, 3 credits
30911 Knowledge of a specified workplace - Level 3, 3 credits
Additional Credits
Fork Lift course - Level 3, 14 credits (for selected students only)
29365 Learner License - Level 1, 2 credits
29363 Restricted License - Level 2, 4 credits
29364 Full License - Level 2, 2 credits
Term 4
CV’s & Cover Letters
Interview Skills
How to apply for a job
How to apply for further study and Study Link
Entry Requirements
Students must be able to show commitment to their work placement, and regular attendance is vital for this. Work placement is decided at the discretion of the teacher in charge.
Pathway
NOTE: IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT GOING TO UNIVERSITY, THIS COURSE IS NOT SUITABLE.
To successfully complete the full course students will be able to make the transition from school to either employment or further study easily with minimal stress. They will gain the skills and knowledge to make informed choices throughout their lifetime
Assessment Information
All assessments are internal Unit StandardsThere are no external exams for this subject
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Write in plain English
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Conduct informal interviews
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Write a report
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Plan a career pathway
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Listen actively to gain information in an interactive situation
NZQA Info
Identify the causes of back injury and methods to prevent back injuries in the workplace
NZQA Info
Apply hazard identification and risk assessment procedures in the workplace
NZQA Info
Learn to drive a vehicle within the conditions of a Class 1 New Zealand learner driver licence
NZQA Info
Drive a vehicle within the conditions of a Class 1 New Zealand restricted driver licence
NZQA Info
Drive a vehicle within the conditions of a Class 1 New Zealand full driver licence
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Demonstrate knowledge of a specified workplace
Disclaimer
Course Selection is confirmed at the start of 2025. You can change the courses you have selected up until the start of next year provided there are still spaces in the course you wish to change to.
Some courses may become unavailable due to the number of students taking the courses or changes in staffing.
New courses may also be introduced, in which case you will be notified and given the opportunity to select the new course.