If you want to participate in a holiday course or experience you may be eligible for STAR funding! Below are some up and coming examples of what you could do to enhance your careers and work ready skills for the future.

Barista Course (full)

This 2-day barista course offers you the chance to gain a comprehensive knowledge of barista skills. We will cover the history & evolution of coffee and the production of all coffee recipes requested in today’s cafe society.

This course includes two level L3 unit standards 17284: 3 credits AND 17288: 5 credits

Design and Animation Course

Yoobee School of Design and Animation; short courses in Christchurch/Auckland/Wellington. Click HERE for a peek at their stunning 2 or 3-day holiday courses in design, animation, game design, short film and more.

ARA Polytechnic Taster Courses

Queenstown Resort College Taster Week

If you are serious about a career in Tourism, Hospitality Management or Adventure Tourism then this three-day experience HERE could be the right fit for you.

Girl Boss Holiday Career Accelerator

Who: Young women aged 15- 18 who are passionate about a career in the Tech, Engineering and Innovation Industries.
This includes:
  • Live sessions with High Profile Mentors
  • Career accelerator modules
  • One to one mentoring session
  • Community Challenge (CV worthy!)
​What: A 10 Day Leadership Accelerator (100% online) 100% Free
​When: this is in the September School Holidays and the total time commitment is approx. 1 or 2 hours a day. Find out more or apply here; https://www.girlbossedge.com/innovation

New Zealand School of Tourism Courses