First group of participants completes inaugural Kia Tū Pathway Programme at SIT
Congratulations to all the participants who completed the inaugural Kia Tū - Pathway Planning Programme at the Southern Institute of Technology.
The first group of participants completed the Kia Tū - Pathway Planning Programme today at the Southern Institute of Technology (SIT). We took the opportunity to acknowledge the group participants with a celebration and shared lunch.
Graduates have gained the 20 credit Kia Tū – Pathway Planning Micro-credential through which they have built their knowledge of work and life opportunities and defined their own sense of direction. Over the course, participants have actively visited a range of trades and worksites across the region, giving them real-world exposure to potential career opportunities. After all as the saying goes, “if you can see it, you can be it.”
So far, the group has toured various workshops at the Southland Institute of Technology (SIT), including joinery, engineering, pre-trade construction, electrical and hospitality. They are also undertaking further training linked to their chosen pathway in the coming weeks. From here they will be supported by our Anamata Māia team as they move into further education and employment.
Ivan Hodgetts, Programme Leader for Te Ara Aukati Kore, commented: “We are really pleased with the programme. Participants have been able to explore industries in our region and build a solid understanding of the work and life they want. The participants have been engaged throughout, and I especially want to thank SIT tutor Keri Kairau, SIT staff, and our Anamata Māia team for the effort they have put into making the programme a success.”
Russell Finlay, SIT Programme Operations Manager – Academic, said “It has been great to see the growth in engagement, understanding, ability and personal aspirations reflected in each pathway plan. We have really enjoyed being part of the team delivering and supporting this programme and can’t wait to see where each graduates’ pathway takes them”.
Our Anamata Māia team has been impressed with the pathway plans developed and the honesty and courage of participants as they explore their own stories and future. Many were nervous about having to present their plans, but on the day they did a great job. Their motivation is an inspiration for us all.
The next programme starts on 15 October and is already full. This is a great endorsement of the programme. We will be offering further opportunities to participate throughout 2025.
Thanks to our sponsors
This programme wouldn’t be possible without the support of the Ministry of Social Development under its Māori Trade Training scheme. We also want to thank our other sponsors, including the Ministry of Education, Te Puni Kōkiri and the support of whānau at Hokonui Rūnanga.
Posted: 27 September 2024