Kia Tū - Pathway Planning - Trades Programme (Level 2) Micro Credential Course

Kia Tū - Pathway Planning - Trades Programme (Level 2) Micro Credential Course

Kia Tu - Pathway Planning - Trades Programme (Level 2) Micro Credential Course

Southern Institute of Technology in collaboration with Murihiku Regeneration and MSD have developed a whānau-centred approach for ākonga/rangatahi preparing for transition to employment. This programme puts rangatahi/whānau at the centre – building an understanding of who they are, their aspirations, values and vision, and their context – so that rangatahi and pakeke can create a plan for their pathway that is unique to them. The programme is also relevant for adults seeking a second chance in education and is underpinned by a Mātauranga Māori approach.

The 8 week Trades version of this programme will introduce you to a range of trades related industry roles and activities including site visits to a range of employers. Toward the end of the programme, pathway specific training will be identified to help make your transition to work easier and job brokering support will be provided to help you take that next step.

*Note – If you are currently receiving a Benefit from MSD, this is not affected by enrolling into this programme.

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Key Details
Invercargill
Qualification:
Short Course
Level:
2
Credits:
20
Duration:

8 weeks full-time

Tuesday to Friday, 9am to 4pm

Study Modes:
On Campus
Dates:

2026 Intake 1: 10 February to 02 April - Applications Close 24 February 2026

2026 Intake 2: 21 April to 05 June - Applications Close 05 May 2026

2026 Intake 3: 23 June to 07 August - Applications Close 07 July 2026

2026 Intake 4: 25 August to 09 October - Applications Close 08 September 2026

2026 Intake 5: 27 October to 10 December - Applications Close 27 October 2026

The aims of the Kia Tū - Pathway Planning micro-credential Trades programme are for rangatahi and second-chance learners to:

  • Research and understand their background, identity and culture.
  • Develop a coherent sense of work and life direction.
  • Understand the education and training pathway needed to achieve their preferred work and life direction
  • Develop the ability to present their pathway plan to whanau, family and other supports
  • Progress to undertake key training required for their pathway

Throughout the programme you will learn about:

  • different types of work and jobs
  • how to find information on training and specific roles
  • where to get help and support
  • what employers might expect of you
  • how to create a pathway plan for yourself
  • how to develop a CV and prepare for an interview
  • presenting your pathway plan

Must be over 16 years old, not in education or employment.

On successful completion of this programme you will be able to:

  • Understand their place in the world, and influences on their pathway, through research and gathering of whanau stories that make their world meaningful
  • Demonstrate awareness and orientation to the world of work and adult life, through participating in korero sessions
  • Describe workplace and training settings in a variety of contexts
  • Ask questions to understand the reality of work and training
  • Research and identify the qualifications and skillsets needed to form their career pathway
  • Create and share a plan that outlines next steps in their transition to adulthood
  • Identify alternative career pathway options (2-3)
  • Prepare and deliver a presentation using appropriate social conventions to an identified audience

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