I am seeking training

Making an informed decision about training

There are lots of different types of training available. Full-time, part-time, on the job, campus-based or distance learning. Some training is free while other training costs.

This section will guide you through the things to think about and questions to ask

1. Who can help

Talk to people you feel comfortable with and who have an interest in your future. Discuss with them your skills, interests, what is important and record ideas.

Family/whanau, friends

Ex-Teachers, Ex-School career adviser, Ex-Gateway Co-ordinator

Private career advisers

Employers, Church or community group leaders

People working in your jobs of interest

Industry Training Organisations

Professional associations

Voluntary work organisations

Student advisers/liaison officers from training and study providers

2 What are you trying to achieve?

Are you trying to get a qualification for a specific job?

Or want to develop certain skills to do the job

better or do related jobs?

Knowing why you want to train is a great place to start

Identify what you're looking for

Why do you want train? Write down all the reasons for training.

If you have a specific job in mind, recommend checking out Careers NZ job database and check out 'How to enter the job'

Also ask

employers who employ people for that job
people who are doing the job
industry professional interest groups
or industry training organisations

3 So what are the training options?

Knowing the study and training options that are best for you is important

Online help:

Check out the benefits of voluntary work

Know what you need to know about choosing a course

Check out what courses are available

4 Making the decision

Choosing the right course, paying for training costs, scholarships and grants, getting ready to take those next steps

Online help:

Costs of tertiary study

Check out the Fees free website and Scholarships, grants and awards

givME scholarships – explore scholarships and grants for free at Citizens Advice Bureau, public library (at home if you have library card), some schools

Need support with budgeting

Student allowance, loans

Practical ideas:

Preparing for study toolkit

Preparing for life away from home