School Students

WHATCHA GONNA DO? HEALTH COULD B 4 U Would you like to work in health when you leave school? If the answer to this question is yes then you are in the right place. If the answer to this question is no then maybe we can change your mind! There are many jobs to choose from in health and there is a great need for more health professionals. You could be an anaesthetic technician, clinical psychologist, dietitian, health manager, doctor or nurse just to name a few. To find out more, check out the DVDs below or the pamphlets - they'll give you a good idea of what's involved, from where to study, to all the great things about working in health.
Whatcha Gonna Do? DVD One Whatcha Gonna Do? DVD Two
Click on the thumbnails below to download pamphlets in PDF.
Incubator Incubator is a programme we run in local schools. It's all about introducing you, the student, to "real life" health professionals, learning more about health and what it's like to work in the health sector. You get to access online support, e-coaching and e-mentoring, and meet a wide range of health professionals. For more information click here
Maaori Health Schools Programme - Taiohi Towards Health
Through Taiohi Towards Health, Counties Manukau DHB works with Kura and whaanau to encourage Maaori students in Counties Manukau to take up health careers. Programmes We Offer Science Camps If you are Year 10 or 11 you are eligible to attend the annual Science Sizzler. You will have the opportunity to take part in exciting science experiments and be exposed to situations in everyday life where science is put into practice. It’s a one day interactive programme that’s held twice a year at Auckland University of Technology (AUT) and The University of Auckland. The first Science Sizzler is in late May for 40 Year 11 students who attended the previous year. The second Science Sizzler is in August for 40 new Year 10 students. Teachers nominate taiohi from each Kura – so make sure you get involved! SCI-TECH is a three day science and technology programme that will motivate and inspire you to pursue science related career pathways. If you are Year 11 you will be able to participate in thrilling workshops which cover mechatronics, chemistry, food technology haematology, marine ecology, medical science, human measurement and much more. SCI-TECH takes place in early July at AUT, Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) and Unitec. Ask your careers advisor or science teacher for more information. Work Exposure Days On a work exposure day, you will get a taste of what different health professionals do and what actually happens in a health care environment. You will experience first hand what it is like to be in the shoes of a health professional. Activities range from scrubbing up for theatre and carrying out a mock surgery to performing CPR on dummies. Throughout the day, health professionals also share their experiences with you personally and will answer any questions that you may have about working in health. If you want to check out what Middlemore is like behind the scenes talk to your Science Teacher or Careers Advisor, you may just discover that Health Could B 4 U! Leadership Dinner Are you a student leader in your Kura? Are you a high achiever? Are you passionate about being a positive role model to your Maaori peers? You may be nominated by your Kura to attend our annual leadership dinner, hosted by Taiohi Towards Health. At this dinner we will recognise the achievements and leadership qualities of our South Auckland taiohi. Participating Kura nominate 2-3 outstanding Year 12 or Year 13 leaders to attend. If you have been involved in the Taiohi Towards Health programme or are thinking of studying science at tertiary level you will be given preference to attend. As well as celebrating with your peers your whaanau are also invited to the occasion. Summer Internships During the summer holidays, placements are offered to a selection of Maaori taiohi who have been through the Taiohi Towards Health programme and are currently studying Science at tertiary level. These are paid internships. If you are currently at university and are looking for valuable work experience this is an opportunity for you. You will gain practical skills and a greater understanding of your desired health profession. These are not the only benefits! After your placement is complete, CMDHB will attempt to give interns full time employment in their chosen health profession for the following year. For more information contact Catherine Page	Kura We Work With Taiohi Towards Health works with a mix of 8 Kura Maaori and mainstream schools in Counties Manukau. We are proud to have worked with the following schools in 2008. We look forward to continued partnerships with these schools and welcome building new partnerships with other Counties Manukau schools. • Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Mangere • Te Wharekura o Manurewa • Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Piripono • Taonga Teen Parenting Unit • Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngā Tapuwae • James Cook High School (Including Puutake Māori Unit) • Manurewa High School • Papakura High School • Rosehill College • Tuakau College

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Published:  29-Jun-2009  |  Enquiries:  Contact Us