GROWING YOUNG MINDS INTO WORK & TRAINING
Be Included, Be Inspired!
Life Changing
Mahi Whakaara welcomes you! “Where individuality Is celebrated and dreams take flight!”. We take your future seriously and look to build a solid foundation for you to begin your journey into a trade apprenticeship and meaningful work!
FOUNDATION TRADE TRAINING
//GETTING STARTED
BCATS CERTIFICATE 1 & 2
BCATS, which stands for Building Construction Allied Training & Skill, is our flagship program for Foundation Trade Training. As an industry recognised credential It is a vital component of Trades Education and Vocational Skills Development for all our Tauira (student). BCATS levels 1 & 2 provides a credible foundation, equipping students with essential understanding and skills required to excel in building and other related trades. This program serves as a stepping stone towards Trade Apprenticeships and meaningful employment, making it an ideal choice for those seeking Entry-level Trade Programs.
"BCATS provides an excellent opportunity to embark on Pre-apprenticeship Training, laying the groundwork for further learning and professional growth. By gaining foundation level credits through BCATS, students increase their career prospects by opening doors to multiple trade pathways. Proudly delivered in partnership with BCITO | Te Pukenga, Come join us in BCATS and unlock your potential in the world of construction and allied trades".
//FUTURE OPTIONS
Learning On The Horizon
YOUR TRADE FUTURE STARTS HERE
ENROL TODAY
Want to speak to someone first, Call our office on
022-5177-013
//WHY CHOOSE US
Youth Training Focused
We focus on youth & young adults as a priority to gaining a trade certificate
Relatable Tutors
We pick our tutors because they understand our students and have a way of relating well.
Dedicated Help/Support
We provide a dedicated support service to assist in working with your life path & its challenges
Maori Supported Programs
We encourage and teach te reo & te ao Maori into our everyday practices as an organisation
//NURTURED ENVIRONMENT
Mahi Whakaara Journey
Mahi Whakaara programme builds foundation capability and knowledge about the trades. Our tutors encourage and guide tauira (students) towards gaining knowledge for a better future. Our tauira journey is our core focus and one we are dedicated to support as an organisation.
We provide training and guidance in a safe and enjoyable environment, offering a foundation level of popular trades. Our goal is to empower our Tauira to develop a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of trades, enhancing their skills for a pathway that opens doors to the following opportunities
- A Trade Apprenticeship
- Meaningful Work
- Further Education
At Mahi Whakaara, we go beyond education. Our commitment extends to holistic learning, offering exciting extracurricular activities like:
- Mahi Whakairo (Wood carving)
- Te Ao Maori
- Arts & Crafts
- First Aid training
- Drivers Licence courses
- Boxing & much more
These diverse opportunities allow our students to explore new interests and develop skills. We also organiSe outings to interesting locations, providing valuable experiences and broadening their world view.
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