STAR courses
Secondary Tertiary Alignment Resource (STAR) courses are short classes that help students to explore career options and make informed decisions about their future schooling, work or study.
STAR courses may include unit standard assessment. The unit standards applicable to specific STAR courses are shown below.
In some STAR courses, you can also gain NCEA credits at Level 1 or 2.
How to enrol
Complete the application form [PDF, 618 KB] and take to your career advisor.
(Please note: the application form must be signed by a parent/caregiver).
2021 STAR course dates
Cost: $120 per student for 2-3 day courses.
| Course | Duration | Assessment | 2021 dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressing | 3 days | US25439 | 5-7 July (Nelson) |
| Beauty | 3 days | US25439 |
5-7 July (Marlborough) |
| Front of House (Barista) | 3 days | US17285 |
19-21 April (Nelson) |
| Front of House (Bar Service - Mocktails) | 2 days | US21057 |
22-23 April (Nelson) |
| Front of House (Cafe Table Service) | 3 days | US14434 | 27-29 September (Nelson) |
| Culinary (Chefing) | 2 days | US13282 | 27-28 September (Nelson) |
| Automotive (Intermediate) | 2 days | - | 3-4 August (Nelson) |
| Welding (Intermediate) | 2 days | - | 5-6 August (Nelson) |
| Carpentry/Joinery | 2 days | - | 3-4 June (Richmond) |
| VHF Marine Radio Operator | 2 days | US19491 |
1-2 November (Nelson) |
