Nayland College

2GAT - Level 2 Gateway

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs A. Wall.

Recommended Prior Learning

Interview with the teacher in charge. Be work ready and know what industry you wish to explore.

This course is designed to help you transition into the workforce. You will participate in a weekly work placement for a minimum of one term, providing you with the opportunity to explore a career pathway of your choice.

You will be assigned relevant unit standards, some of which are provided by Industry Training Organisations (ITOs). For example, our building students will receive BCITO standards, hairdressing HITO standards, and automotive students MITO standards. We also offer the First Aid Certificate qualification, and students may be required to complete a Health and Safety course for their workplace.

Possible outcomes include apprenticeships, on-the-job training, and the development of work-ready skills.

As a Gateway student, you already have a clear idea of the career path you wish to explore and are ready to be placed in a community business for work experience.

Suitable if you are aiming for an apprenticeship, careers exploration, further study in an industry or employment.
You must be "work ready," meaning you have a positive attitude and are willing to engage fully.
You should be capable of working independently to achieve 20 industry credits.
Be prepared to miss one day of school per week for at least one term.
Be able to catch up on your other subjects independently or during Gateway classroom time.
Gateway can be taken "off-line," meaning outside of the regular school timetable (as an extra subject).
You cannot take both Gateway and Trades Academy.
It is recommended that you do not take both 2GAT and 2PW.

Course Overview

Term 1
You will gain knowledge of diversity in workplaces and how it can help create a positive and inclusive work environment. You will also learn to recognise your personal qualities and how they can support your job hunting skills.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to attend a First Aid course, which is an advantage in the workplace as it helps keep both you and your colleagues safe.

Term 2
You will learn job interview skills to prepare you to confidently answer questions and present yourselff in the best way possible when meeting potential employers.

Term 3
As a part of the course, you are expected to attend a work placement and log your daily tasks. You will reflect on your experience and think about your future pathway.
In addition, unit standards are sourced to suit your work place interest and you will often be on an individual plan during the year.

Term 4
You will continue with your individual learning plan which suits your work place needs.

Learning Areas:

NCEA Level 2 Courses, Pathways, Te Huarahi (Business, Languages & Pathways)

Assessment Information

Students will also be offered extra unit standards, depending on their work placement. Example; First Aid Certificat x 4 credits, SafetynAction x8 credits, MITO x23 credit and Service IQ x20 credits.