Discover your future with our Secondary Tertiary Alignment Resource (STAR) courses - designed to bridge the gap between school and your next step in study or work.
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STAR courses let secondary and homeschool students explore new subjects, develop practical skills, and experience real-world learning in our purpose-built facilities. Get hands-on experience, try out different career paths, and take the first step toward your future success.
Students can complete STAR courses during school terms and holidays, and some courses offer Level 1 and Level 2 NCEA credits. Please get in touch with your school’s Career Advisor for more information.
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Business US22854 Level 2 | Credits 2 Delivered weekly over three weeks
Students will be given a practical opportunity to apply innovative thinking techniques within the business context and to develop an understanding of how entrepreneurial behaviours and innovative thinking impact business environments.
28 Aug, 4, 11 Sep
Beauty Skills US28027 Level 2 | Credits 3
Students will develop an understanding of technical skills used in beauty therapy clinics by observing practical demonstrations and performing beauty services.
22 Jun - 24 Jun 07 Sep - 09 Sep
Hairdressing Salon Skills US25439 Level 2 | Credits 2
Learn practical hairdressing skills in a salon environment. Be introduced to the tools and products of the trade, learn to shampoo hair, and dress long hair into simple styles. Develop an understanding of sustainability concepts relevant to the hairdressing industry by examining sources of waste, product disposal, recycling, and strategies to reduce a salon’s carbon footprint.
15 Jun - 17 Jun
Location:NMIT Nelson Campus, 322 Hardy Street, Nelson
STAR Course
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Intake Dates
Business US22854 Level 2 | Credits 2 Delivered weekly over three weeks.
Students will be given a practical opportunity to apply innovative thinking techniques within the business context and to develop an understanding of how entrepreneurial behaviours and innovative thinking impact business environments.
7, 14, 21 Aug
Engineering Welding Intermediate
This 2-day course provides students with an intermediate understanding of basic MIG welding. Students with no welding experience are welcome to attend.
01 Sep - 02 Sep
Beauty Skills US28027 Level 2 | Credits 3
Students will develop an understanding of technical skills used in beauty therapy clinics by observing practical demonstrations and performing beauty services.
22 Jun - 24 Jun
Cookery Patisserie and Baking US13272 Level 2 | Credits 2
Gain cookery skills in a ‘real-world’ commercial kitchen service environment. Participate in the preparation for Rata Room café services by baking a range of cakes, bread and pastries for customers.
25 Aug - 27 Aug
Bar Service Mocktails US21057 Level 1 | Credits 2
Gain hospitality skills in a ‘real-world’ bar service environment. Students will prepare and serve a range of non-alcoholic drinks to customers.
03 Aug - 04 Aug 07 Sep - 08 Sep
Barista Coffee US17285 Level 2 | Credits 4
Learn basic barista skills by preparing espresso beverages under supervision.
27 Jul - 29 Jul 24 Aug - 26 Aug 14 Sep - 16 Sep 19 Oct - 21 Oct
Cookery The Art of Pasta US13316 Level 3 | Credits 3
Get hands-on and discover pasta-making in a real commercial kitchen. Learn to choose ingredients, make fillings, and create pasta dishes that look as good as they taste. Build confidence with industry techniques, explore flavours and textures, and master finishing and presentation. Ideal for food lovers eager for a professional kitchen experience. Expect flour, flavour, and plenty of fun!
