Training Opportunities
The Mayors Taskforce for Jobs can support you by funding training that will improve your chances of securing employment. Please get it touch with Lisa to chat about the opportunities on 027 257 8578 or email lisa.dobson@waimatedc.govt.nz
Industry Training Solutions
In March 2023 we brought ITS to Waimate to facilitate Managing Workplace Drug & Alcohol Impairment and Customer Service Kick Start courses. We will let you know what courses are planned for the future when details are confirmed. Correspondence and Live Online courses are available so get in touch with Lisa on 0272578578 if you are ready to learn!
Industry Training Solutions | Courses for New Zealanders | NZQA online courses (its.ac.nz)
Meditrain First Aid Courses
We can fund First Aid courses based in Waimate to prepare you for the workplace. Contact Lisa today to find the next available course date.
Agricademy Online Courses
We are excited to let you know that we have purchased a subscription to online training courses offered by Agricademy that we can offer to learners who are interested in an introduction to the shearing or milking shed.
The courses available are:
Relief Milking
Relief Milking Extras
Shearing Gear and Grinding
Crutching
Penning and Pressing
Wool Handling – Fundamentals and Crutching
Industry Standards
Think Wise – Listening and Communication
Eat Wise
The videos are easy to watch and there are short knowledge checks along the way to help with your learning.
If you would be interested in registering, please contact Lisa on 0272578578 and you will be sent a link to enrol, and learn at your own pace.
Growing Future Farmers Programme
See the website for more information and to submit and application.
Limited Service Volunteer Course
This is a six week full time residential course run by the NZ Defence Force Youth Development Unit in conjunction with Ministry of Social Development and NZ Police. The programme covers such things as health and hygiene, corrective training, fitness, goal setting, confidence building, adventure training, job search skills, first aid training and a lot more!
If you are between 18 and 27, in good health and currently not working, and you would like further information about attending then please get in touch with Lisa.
ARA Timaru free Computing Courses
Ara Connect run free computing courses from the Timaru Campus. See the brochure and timetable for more information or contact Charlie Auty on 021 318 642 or by emailing engagement@ara.ac.nz
Ara Digiboost Webinars
I highly recommend these one hour webinars hosted by Ara. The October and November timetable is out. For more information or to register, please email engagement@ara.ac.nz
Elite Wool Industry Training - Beginner Shearing Course
Look out for future dates. The course covers:
Health and Safety in the Industry and Woolshed environment
Animal Welfare and Animal Handling
Team Work
Handpiece set up and comb selection
Machine and Handpiece Maintenece
Grinding (sharpening)Combs and Cutters
Basic Woolhandling
Introduction to Woolpress and Pressing
All Crutching Methods
Introductory Shearing
For more details go to Shearing and Woolhandling Training | Elite Wool Industry Training
Te Reo Ako
Beginners language course.
Please contact Aroha for further information or to register on 021 161 6551 or email waiatawenerei@gmail.com
ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR LEARNING
Rural Youth & Adult Literacy Trust offer one on one online learning at your convenience.
Are you an adult or teenager (or know an adult or teenager) aged 13 years and older that needs help with reading or writing?
Do you or the student think they don't have what it takes or the time to go through learning to read and write? At RYALT, we know that the student can succeed!
Our sessions are arranged at a time that suits the student!
We are flexible and can work around the student schedule to give the help desired and deserved!
The student doesn’t even have to leave their own home because our coaching is done online! All the student needs is a broadband connection and a smart device like a mobile phone or laptop to interact with the coach.
What’s more, our reading and writing coaching is free! Absolutely free.
We have coaches waiting now, so enquire today!
If you would like more information, please flick us a message or call us on 0800 891 339.
Free eLearning sites
Undertaking courses relevant to your job application demonstrates your interest in the industry and can improve your chances of securing an interview.
My Skill - Caregivers programme - Gain Level 2 NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing
If you’re a job seeker and want to start making a meaningful difference in people’s lives through your work, MySkill has a pathway to a rewarding career in healthcare. You’ll start working towards your Level 2 NZ Certificate in Health & Wellbeing online and be connected with roles in your local community. For more information, visit the My Skill Website
Digital Skills!
FREE bite-sized modules that make it easy to learn the essential digital skills needed in today’s workplace. Starting at level 1, the modules cover the basics so you can feel confident using computers and the internet, before moving on to more advanced skills and tools. https://www.digitalpassport.co.nz/
Privacy Courses
The NZ office of the Privacy Commission offer courses covering privacy in schools, privacy in a health setting, in employment and privacy for policy makers.
Department of Conservation Online Training
For anyone passionate about our wildlife and considering volunteering or working for DOC or other organisations like our very own Hook Bush Eco Sanctuary. Courses include Introduction to Natural Heritage, Field Skills, Animal Ecology and Bird Identification. Check out the courses here.
Cultural Competency Training
Many workplaces consider cultural competency to be a priority, especially working in the health and public sectors. ECALD and Mauri Ora Associates have free courses available, designed for those working in a health setting but the content is relevant to everyone.
Te Reo Māori and Tikanga Māori
Join a guided journey to deepen your understanding and awareness of Māori knowledge. Toro Mai offers two introductory online courses in Te Reo Māori and Tikanga Māori. These are taught via an immersive multi-media online platform with interactive activities. They are approximately 10 hours each and can be studied at your own pace.
Get it right on Copyright!
This online 30-min course will help you understand the concepts behind copyright and what a copyright licence allows you to do. It's a quick, one-time, practical tool. This e-learning module can provide you with a comprehensive practical understanding of copyright in New Zealand.
Scholarships
Please click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to people residing in the Waimate District.