Vocational Pathways


VOCATIONAL PATHWAYS

                                                                                                       



Opihi College has implemented a pathway approach to choose your subjects at the senior level.  The pathway symbols are derived from the new Ministry of Education Vocational Pathways. The six vocational pathways are:

 

Creative Industries

Includes vocations such as artist, graphic designer, screen printer, actor, art director, technical manager, stage/set designer, creative director.

Primary Industries Sector

Includes vocations such as dairy farmer, forestry contractor, horticultural worker, vet nurse. 

Service Industries Sector

Includes vocations such as chef, travel agent, hairdresser, retailer, fitness trainer. 

 Social and Community Services Sector

Includes vocations such as doctor, nurse, fire fighter, police officer. 


Manufacturing and Technology Sector

Includes vocations such as welder, automotive engineer, boat builder, electrician, graphic designer. 

Construction and Infrastructure Sector

Includes vocations such as plumber / gasfitter, civil engineer, architect.