STP
This course requires 6 options.

Secondary Tertiary Partnership

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Miss A. Cording.

SECONDARY TERTIARY PARTNERSHIP (STP)

SECONDARY TERTIARY PARTNERSHIP

This course is to support students enrolled in a Secondary Tertiary Partnership (STP) - a two day a week course with Ara Institute of Canterbury, Southern Institute of Technology, Vision College, or the National Trades Academy (NTA). It is a one-year programme combined with school; 2 days at school, one day Work Experience and 2 days at the tertiary provider.  All courses offer either Level 2 or Level 3 credits.

Courses Offered by Tertiary Providers 2023:

  • Business Administration
  • Hospitality, Cookery and Beverage
  • Bakery 
  • Cookery
  • Salon Skills
  • Introduction to Electrical Engineering Trades
  • Introduction to Automotive Engineering Trades
  • Introduction to Construction Trades
  • Carpentry
  • Web & Software Development
  • Early Childhood
  • Agriculture
  • Primary Industries
  • Animal Care
  • Horticulture
  • Equine
  • Plumbing

The in school component is based around three key themes: 

  1. The Global Workplace, cultural responsiveness, interpersonal skills and team work.
  2. Financial Literacy, tax, insurance, renting/flatting, banking, credit options and budgeting.
  3. Successful Employment, admin, interviews, conflict resolution and confidence.

STP students in 2023 will also be expected to do a day's work experience, each week, in a work placement linked to their vocational training. 

Subject Overview

Term 1
The Global Workplace, cultural responsiveness, interpersonal skills and team work.

Term 2
Financial Literacy, tax, insurance, renting/flatting, banking, credit options and budgeting.

Term 3
Successful Employment, admin, interviews, conflict resolution and confidence.

Term 4
Goal setting, forward thinking and service.

Recommended Prior Learning

By consultation with Miss Cording. Students need a good attendance record, a willingness to participate and a clear career pathway.

Approximate Costs and Equipment/Stationery

None. All materials will be provided.

Pathway

The Secondary Teritiary Partnership program is designed for students, in their final year at High School, who wish to explore a vocational pathway or trade through a tertiary level educational provider.
The STP program makes for an much smoother transition from High School and into a vocational pathway.
Anyone wishing to be in the STP program must meet with Miss Cording, Mrs Hall or Mr Grubb, so that they can ensure that this would be a suitable program for you, with regards to your future career pathway.
The STP course includes compulsory work experience. Students need to commit to this aspect of the program, in order to be a member of the STP class.
A Whānau Hui will also be organised mid Term 3

Career Pathways

Assessment Information

Students on the STP course gain the majority of their NCEA credits at the tertiary course provider.
Learning programs back here at Riccarton High focus on soft skills, life and employment skills and subject specialist skills that will enhance a student's graduate profile.

Students are also expected to complete a day's work experience, one day a week, in a workplace that relates to their vocational training.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 24 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 24 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 1299 v10
NZQA Info
Be assertive in a range of specified situations
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 4252 v9
NZQA Info
Produce a personal targeted CV (curriculum vitae)
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 12352 v8
NZQA Info
Describe aspects of one's own whakapapa, heritage, and cultural identity
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 12354 v6
NZQA Info
Describe legal rights and responsibilities under tenancy law and means to prevent and resolve related problems
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24871 v5
NZQA Info
Complete complex forms
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 28097 v3
NZQA Info
Explain and select banking products and services in relation to personal finances
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 30906 v2
NZQA Info
Plan and engage in an activity intended to benefit the community
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 24
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Pathway Tags

Locksmith, Train Driver, Refrigeration/Air-conditioning Technician, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Pulp and Paper Mill Operator, Plastics Technician, Metal Worker, Brick and Blocklayer, Boat Builder, Naval Architect, Project Manager, Fabrication Engineer, Deckhand, Recruitment Consultant, Building Contractor, Recycler/Dismantler, Building and Construction Labourer, Roading Construction Worker, Mechanical Engineer, Roadmarker, Electrical Engineer, Roofer, Building and Construction Manager, Earthmoving Machine Operator, Wood Processing Worker, Scaffolder, Bus Driver, Cabinet Maker, Line Mechanic, Surveyor, Waiter/Waitress, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Textile Process Operator, Valuer, Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator, Carpenter, Carpet Cleaner, Flooring Installer, Kitchenhand, Chef, Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Watchmaker and Repairer, Coachbuilder/Trimmer, Miner/Quarry Worker, Mine/Quarry Manager, Diver, Painter and Decorator, Telecommunications Engineer, Telecommunications Technician, Industrial Designer, Hotel Porter, Concrete Worker, Stonemason, Quantity Surveyor, Crane Operator, Make-up Artist, Cook, Mining Engineer, Holiday Park Manager, Curator, Maitre d’Hotel, Survey Technician, Aeronautical Engineer, Visual Merchandiser, Workplace Relations Adviser, Air Force Airman/Airwoman, Air Force Officer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Electronics Trades Worker, Aircraft Loader, Plumber, Gasfitter and Drainlayer, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Driller, Aircraft Refueller, Product Assembler, Electrician, Electrical Engineering Technician, Lift Technician, Energy and Chemical Plant Operator, Engineering Machinist, Building Surveyor, Environmental Engineer, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Architect, Plasterer, Architectural Technician, Welder, Fencer, Plastics Worker, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Heavy Truck Driver, Ranger, Marine Engineer, Insurance Loss Adjuster, Medical Physicist, Forestry and Logging Worker, Electronics Engineer, Collision Repair Technician, Automotive Electrician, Furniture Finisher, Glazier, Automotive Technician, Automotive Refinisher, Game Developer, Bartender, Hotel/Motel Manager, Landscape Architect, Cafe Worker, Wall and Floor Tiler, Building Insulator, Glass Processor, Chemical Engineer, Hairdresser/Barber, Health and Safety Adviser, Biomedical Engineer, Biomedical Technician, Fire Engineer, Industrial Spray Painter, Joiner,