Year 11 Primary Industries Trades Academy

Are you interested in a career in Forestry, Fishing, Horticulture, Farming, Beekeeping? Our academy is a combined initiative involving partnerships with industry groups. Students who participate in this course will be timetabled for four hours a week. 

Assessment: This course is made up of Level 2 credits working towards the National Certificate in Primary Industries. All credits count towards Level 1 and 2 in NCEA. The National Certificate requires a total of 40 credits. Students will gain the extra credits required when they complete the course in years 12 or 13.

Please note: Places on this academy are limited. Prospective students will be accepted after a successful interview with the teacher in charge. Students will participate in field trips and industry visits and at Level 2 may go on work experience in an area they are interested in.