Level 3 Gateway
13GWY Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms L. Duncan.
Students must complete an application form before selecting Gateway. This can be obtained from Ms Duncan
Gateway is a Tertiary Education Commission funded course allowing students to gain NCEA credits in the workplace. Each student is assessed and monitored in the workplace, spending one day per week in work that is relevant to their future career or training options. The class work that they miss through this placement is caught up in the remaining Gateway class time, so self-motivation and independent learning skills are essential.
Work placements are made in the career area students are interested in (or a related area) and there is a commitment to working 10 sessions during the year. In 2023, placements may be available for students considering careers in teaching, nursing, building, hairdressing, automotive engineering, electrical, painting, hospitality and retail (other areas may be available on application).
Students will complete a first aid course and a health and safety in the workplace course. Other assessments are determined by the industry the student is working in.
Once an application form is submitted, students will undergo an interview before being considered for a place on the programme. Acceptance to the Gateway programme is not guaranteed.
Course Overview
Term 1
Students complete first aid and workplace health and safety courses. Assignments to be completed before placement begins:
Plan for Future Directions and Plan a Career Pathway.
Students may begin Gateway Placement in second half of term.
Term 2
Students on placement and completing assessment requirements.
Term 3
Students on placement and completing assessment requirements.
Term 4
Students complete final assessment requirements.
Assessment Policy & Procedures Career Pathways
Locksmith, Refrigeration/Air-conditioning Technician, Occupational Therapist, Packhouse Worker, Photographer, Brick and Blocklayer, Fabrication Engineer, Building Contractor, Building and Construction Labourer, Roading Construction Worker, Roofer, Building and Construction Manager, Scaffolder, Secondary School Teacher, Butcher, Signmaker, Teacher Aide, Cabinet Maker, Line Mechanic, Carpenter, Flooring Installer, Chiropractor, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Psychologist, Trainer, Painter and Decorator, Telecommunications Engineer, Concrete Worker, Stonemason, Quantity Surveyor, Crane Operator, Crop Worker, Crop Farmer/Manager, Oral Health Therapist, Graphic Pre-press Worker, Dietitian, Electronics Trades Worker, Plumber, Gasfitter and Drainlayer, Driving Instructor, Product Assembler, Early Childhood Teacher, Electrician, Electrical Engineering Technician, Lift Technician, Engineering Machinist, Arborist, Plasterer, Welder, Fencer, Electronics Engineer, Collision Repair Technician, Automotive Electrician, Furniture Finisher, Glazier, Automotive Technician, Automotive Refinisher, Baker, Cafe Worker, Wall and Floor Tiler, Gardener, Building Insulator, Groundsperson, Hairdresser/Barber, Health and Safety Adviser, Orchard Farmer/Manager, Primary School Teacher, Joiner, Registered Nurse, Veterinary Nurse, Community Karitāne, Health Care Assistant