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2014

EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES SKILLS SET

Counselling, Mental Health and Social Work

research, communication and listening skills skill in analysing and evaluating human behaviour an understanding of human development and relationships knowledge of self-care strategies knowledge of medicines and treatments, and the effects these have on

people knowledge of social work practice and theories used in New Zealand and

overseas an understanding of social and cultural issues and problems knowledge of human behaviour, development, relationships and social

systems counselling and negotiating skills knowledge of social policy and how it is developed an understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi

Primary and Secondary Teaching

knowledge of the New Zealand school curriculum understanding of how to plan units and lessons, and evaluate students'

progress child development knowledge, including learning difficulties and how to

identify them behaviour management skills knowledge of different teaching methods and learning styles knowledge of curriculum assessment and planning research skills to keep up to date with best practice in teaching understanding of school rules and procedures, including safety and

emergency procedures

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2014

EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES SKILLS SET

Early Childhood Education

good teaching skills knowledge of different teaching strategies and learning styles knowledge of Te Whāriki, the early childhood curriculum knowledge of child learning and development, and of early literacy and

numeracy

Tertiary Teaching

up-to-date knowledge of subject area teaching and lecturing skills research skills, and up-to-date knowledge of research methods skills in different styles of writing, such as writing courses, lectures and

research knowledge of assessment methods and regulations

Sport and Recreation

knowledge of sporting rules and tactics coaching and teaching techniques that support athlete learning and

development sport science and first aid skills skill in physical education, personal training and testing people's fitness an understanding of anatomy and physiology knowledge of gym equipment and how to operate it correctly an understanding of how to prescribe and demonstrate safe and effective

exercises knowledge of basic nutrition principles knowledge of different sports and recreation activities an awareness of health and safety budgeting, business management and marketing skills





2014

CONSUMER SERVICES SKILLS SET

Baking

knowledge of bakery products and ingredients skill in mixing and baking processes icing and cake decorating skills mixing and baking equipment knowledge awareness of health and safety regulations

Culinary

food preparation, cooking and food presentation skills knowledge of budgeting, stock management and how to price and set up a

menu understanding of health and safety regulations knowledge of new developments in food nutrition, food technology and

cooking methods ability to cook quickly and safely in a busy kitchen ability to follow recipes and instructions knowledge of food hygiene, stock rotation and food storage methods knowledge of kitchen equipment knowledge of how a commercial kitchen works

Hairdressing

skill in different hairdressing methods, including cutting, styling, perming and colouring techniques

knowledge of past and current hairstyles and trends an understanding of hair and skin types, and how they react with different

types of chemicals such as colouring products knowledge of health and hygiene regulations creative and artistic skills





2014

CONSUMER SERVICES SKILLS SET

Hospitality

business management knowledge, including budgeting, accounting, sales and marketing skills

knowledge of health, safety and food hygiene regulations and procedures good understanding of current liquor licensing and employment laws knowledge of food and drink preparation and presentation ability to plan and organise catering for functions such as weddings or

conferences ability to set up a menu knowledge of types of beer, wine and other alcoholic drinks knowledge of the local area, including local tourist attractions and services skill in staff management basic knowledge of building maintenance ability to prepare different types of coffees and hot drinks knowledge of how to work a coffee machine customer service skills cash-handling skills skill preparing food and using kitchen equipment knowledge of cleaning methods and chemicals food and drink service skills selling skills

Beauty

knowledge of the body, including skin, hair and nail health knowledge of face and body treatments such as facials, manicures, massage,

and electrolysis skill in applying make-up familiarity with beauty products knowledge of nail care and nail problems skills in using various nail applications, and filing, polishing and shaping

techniques familiarity with artificial nail enhancements and nail products an understanding of hygiene, and health and safety regulations





2014

BUSINESS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SKILLS SET

Accounting

ability to prepare financial statements and reports for clients or company management

record-keeping skills to keep track of the amount of money spent and received daily by clients or company management

forecasting and budgeting skills ability to ensure compliance with tax legislation return preparation skills for GST and other returns, such as surveys, PAYE and

tax forms ability to advise on financial aspects of businesses such as budgets, tax and

cashflow knowledge of finance, economics and marketing knowledge of business management practices, including business ethics accounting and maths skills

Business Administration

ability to prepare and track budgets, pay bills, and do banking and invoicing monitoring skills in order to maintain equipment and supplies reception skills planning and meeting organisation skills minute-taking skills project or database management research, records management and filing skills knowledge of budgeting and office finance systems knowledge of health and safety laws knowledge of minute taking and report writing





2014


Event Management

ability to develop concepts for an event budgeting for events organisation skills in order to oversee event contractors, staff and volunteers promotion and marketing skills ability to deal with enquiries about the event organisational skills in order to secure funding, sponsorship and ticketing for

the event knowledge of the venues, contractors and suppliers used by the events

industry risk management skills and knowledge of relevant health and safety

requirements knowledge of the entertainment and hospitality industries skill in managing finances, budgets and large groups of people.

Human Resources

ability to analyse jobs and write job descriptions, advertise vacancies, and help interview and select staff

consultation skills in order to consult with management, staff and unions about salaries and working conditions

ability to give advice on workplace relations policies and procedures, performance management and disciplinary matters

knowledge of employment agreements, employment legislation and equal opportunities legislation

ability to develop strategies for human resources areas such as recruitment, remuneration, learning and development, change management and legislative compliance

communication skills in order to talk to staff about personal or work problems payroll management skills





2014


Management

leadership skills administrative and financial skills ability to meet project goals on time and to the required standard people management skills communication skills in order to develop relationships with stakeholders skill in developing, piloting and implementing new business processes an understanding of the strategic direction, structure and issues affecting the

organisation the ability to identify risks and issues that could affect projects, and put in

place effective solutions.

ICT – Programmer/Software Developer

communication skills in order to discuss clients' computer program requirements

ability to perform and run tests to ensure programs and computer systems are working properly

ability to work out design specifications for programs program maintenance and upgrade skills prototype building skills to tender for new business knowledge of new programming methods and technologies knowledge of programming languages and techniques project management skills





2014


ICT – Network Engineer

ability to design and configure a linked computer network system installation skills for cabling, routers, switches, servers, and wifi devices ability to perform and run tests to ensure the network is operating smoothly

and efficiently assessment skills in order to recommend improvements to the network and

related software network maintenance skills, including identifying faults, and fixing problems monitoring skills in order to ensure that the network is secure and has enough

capacity to cope with the needs of the organisation project management skills

ICT - Web Developer

technical skills ability to program in computer languages knowledge of trends on the Internet communication skills in order to meet with clients to work out the

requirements of their website and talk over ideas ability to work out the website's structure and how the user will find their way

around it knowledge of production methods and necessary equipment liaison skills in order to communicate with writers, designers, system

administrators and other staff to help design and maintain the website ability to integrate the technical, visual, and content aspects of the site to

produce the finished product website maintenance skills including adding new content, illustrations or

features





2014


IT Support

ability to identify and solve computer software, hardware, and website problems

analysis skills in order to assess user problems and make suggestions for prevention of future problems

assembly and installation skills for computer software, networks, and servers

record-keeping skills in order to keep track of the problems raised by computer users

equipment repair skills ability to run and maintain databases ability to perform and run test programs on computers and related

equipment

Marketing

knowledge of products and services, the market for those products or services, and how to advertise or promote them

knowledge of staff management and budgeting knowledge of finances, to help with costing goods and services administrative skills research skills product development skills market research skills customer feedback analysis skills ability to monitor customer satisfaction

Tourism

knowledge of New Zealand, other countries and tourist destinations ease in working with people from a range of countries and cultures good customer service and sales skills planning and organisational skills





2014

MARITIME SKILLS SET

Logistics Manager

skills in assessing and describing organisational needs skills in developing and implementing procurement strategies, policies

and processes skills in evaluating options for supplying goods or services, including

pricing, quality, service and support skills in managing relationships with vendors, and with staff negotiation skills knowledge of project management and strategic planning knowledge of planning and reporting knowledge of relevant laws and standards

Supply Chain Officer

good knowledge of the organisation and the industry knowledge of the product specifications knowledge of the pricing and availability of products knowledge of electronic inventories





2014

MARITIME SKILLS SET

Marine Engineer

knowledge of mechanical engineering knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic machinery knowledge of how to operate and fix electronic and electrical

equipment knowledge of safety regulations and procedures fire-fighting, first aid and survival skills knowledge of home and foreign port regulations ability to diagnose engine and machinery problems, and carry out

maintenance and repairs ability to check, test and maintain automatic controls and alarm

systems maintenance service skills for electrical power, heating, ventilation,

refrigeration, water and sewerage systems supervision skills in order to supervise other engineers and crew

members

Ship's Master

knowledge of the requirements for running and handling a ship sound technical understanding of ships and their equipment including

radio and electronics equipment knowledge of tides, waters, coastlines, marine hazards and the weather,

and how these vary depending on vessel location knowledge of relevant laws, requirements and safety procedures navigational skills knowledge of safety procedures and methods such as fire-fighting, rescue,

and collision prevention responsibility and leadership skills in order to ensure safety of passengers

and cargo skill in planning and executing the ship's route





2014

ENGINEERING SKILLS SET

Vehicle Refinisher

ability to discuss vehicle painting options with customers or managers sanding skills paint application skills buffing and polishing skills knowledge of how to prepare a vehicle for painting ability to select and mix paints knowledge of vehicle painting techniques knowledge of paint types and colours and how to use them effectively colour-matching and spray-painting skills

Automotive Mechanic

ability to diagnose faults in vehicles, and work out what is causing them ability to dismantle engines, parts or systems requiring attention rebuilding, repairing and replacement skills on any faulty parts or systems vehicle servicing skills, including changing vehicle lubricants and coolants ability to carry out vehicle Warrant of Fitness checks ability to carry out performance modifications to vehicles knowledge of vehicle engines, parts and systems understanding of vehicle electronic systems understanding of Warrant of Fitness regulations and safety standards

Automotive Electrician

ability to carry out tests on automotive electrical systems to diagnose faults repair and replacement skills for automotive electrical systems such as

charging and starting systems repair and replacement skills for electronic systems such as engine

management systems, air-conditioning systems, ABS brakes, electronically controlled gearboxes, instrument panels and vehicle computers

ability to install car security and entertainment systems knowledge of automotive electronics, electrical theory and circuit diagrams knowledge of vehicle components knowledge of basic engineering knowledge of basic vehicle mechanics





2014


Builder

communication skills in order to discuss building plans or changes with architects, clients and other tradespeople

calculation skills in order to calculate the amount of materials required estimation skills supervision skills in order to supervise e tradespeople such as electricians and

plumbers organisational skills ability to arrange building consents and notify building and plumbing

inspectors of work that needs inspection ability to construct, alter and repair buildings building and carpentry skills knowledge of building methods and materials understanding of building standards and safety regulations skill interpreting drawings and architectural plans knowledge of health and safety procedures on building sites maths skills small business skills

Carpenter

building and carpentry skills knowledge of building methods and materials skill interpreting drawings and architectural plans ability to properly use and maintain tools understanding of building and safety regulations ability to study building plans and architectural drawings ability to select timber and other building materials measuring and cutting skills in order to cut building materials to the right

size and shape ability to remove and repair old materials and fittings construction skills to build frames and clad the interior and exterior of

buildings installation skills for items such as windows, staircases and doors in

buildings





2014


Landscape Gardener

communication skills in order to discuss and develop designs with clients ability to read and interpret plans and discuss design concepts with

landscape architects basic planning and design skills knowledge of different plants and their required growing conditions knowledge of construction methods and materials knowledge of design regulations, permits and plans knowledge of tiling and bricklaying calculation skills in order to calculate construction costs such as labour and

materials ability to select seeds, bulbs and plants and plant these ability to construct decking, fencing, walls and courtyards, and lay down

paving installation skills for garden lighting, irrigation and ornaments

Florist

knowledge of flowers and plants ability to care for and arrange cut flowers knowledge of trends in floristry knowledge of Interflora and Teleflora ordering procedures business management, basic maths and accounting skills sales skills knowledge of basic first aid and occupational health and safety procedures ability to help people choose flowers or plants design skills in order to put together flowers in bouquets, posies and

arrangements record-keeping skills





2014


Plumber

knowledge of plumbing and drainage materials and methods skill in interpreting designs, plans and instructions knowledge of building and safety regulations knowledge of the Building Code in relation to plumbing, gasfitting, and

drainage soldering and welding skills some knowledge of electrical systems ability to measure, cut and shape pipes installation skills for pipes, fittings, hot water and heating systems ability to lay or repair drains, and get consents from local councils to do the

work repair skills for damaged or blocked water, sewerage and gas pipes

Civil Engineering

ability to consult with clients, government officials and other professionals on

the requirements of each project

skill in evaluating the suitability of proposed construction sites planning skills in order to design structures such as roads, drainage

systems, buildings, dams or wharves report preparation skills budgeting skills in order to prepare cost estimates and evaluation of

the cost efficiency of projects environmental assessment skills ability to get plans approved by relevant authorities and obtain

building permits supervising construction skills in order to ensure structures are built

correctly knowledge of civil engineering and surveying methods understanding of relevant legislation knowledge of building materials, and how they work


2014


Mechanical Engineering

ability to determine client's or production manager's requirements able to carry out investigations of existing systems and prepare reports based on

findings researching skills for the use of energy sources, machinery and materials preparation and planning skills for drawings of machines or machine parts CAD software skills ability to prepare cost estimates for jobs knowledge of mechanical processes knowledge of physics, electronics and thermodynamics knowledge of different gases knowledge of safety regulations and quality standards mathematical modelling skills knowledge of any relevant legislation

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

knowledge of electronics knowledge of circuit theory and other electrical principles an understanding of the equipment and safe practices associated with

electrical engineering knowledge of the laws, resource management and industry standards that

apply to electrical engineering capacity to develop, design or update specifications and designs for electrical

systems and equipment design and drawing skills, including knowledge of CAD software able to calculate the cost of projects, and materials needed ability to write reports and develop instruction manuals for installing new

electricity systems and equipment supervision skills in order to supervise the installation and maintenance of

systems and equipment


2014

NURSING SKILLS SET

Nursing

able to discuss, plan and carry out nursing care to improve patients' health ability to administer patients' medication and intravenous drugs monitoring and assessment skills in order to respond to patients' conditions

and record important changes teaching skills in order to educate patients, their families and community

groups about health needs, and prevention of accidents and illness communication skills in order to work with other health professionals,

community organisations, employers and government agencies nursing skills and knowledge of different nursing methods knowledge of how the human body works knowledge of different diseases and illnesses knowledge of medicines and treatments, and the effects these have on

patients knowledge of how to use a variety of technical equipment, such as ventilation

machines

Health Support Assistant

helping skills in order to help clients at home with tasks such as showering and dressing

housework skills meal preparation skills ability to take patients' electrocardiogram (ECG) readings, samples and fluid

balances ability to help patients with rehabilitation in areas such as social skills and

walking basic patient care skills understanding of the needs of the elderly, families, children, and people with

disabilities awareness of hospital procedures knowledge of health and safety procedures first aid skills





2014

NURSING SKILLS SET

Health Promotion

an understanding of different cultural approaches to health ability to work alongside schools and community groups to identify health

issues and solutions management skills in order to manage health promotion programmes knowledge of the health system and political environment ability to establish networks in the community ability to develop promotional and educational material for publication knowledge of the Treaty of Waitangi evaluation skills for assessing programmes facilitation and negotiation skills





2014

CREATIVE ARTS SKILLS SET

Photography

capacity to work out ideas for photo shoots ability to arrange cameras, lights, locations, props and models for shoots ability to use sophisticated digital camera and lighting equipment digital processing and photo editing skills design skills ability to plan, produce and edit video/moving image footage knowledge of cameras, flashes, lenses and computers knowledge of how to control light and achieve different photographic effects skills in processing digital images and using software such as Photoshop and

Lightroom knowledge of the latest photographic methods, equipment and trends

Jewellery Design

ability to select metals and gems melting and rolling out metal skills ability to cut, bend and shape metal, or cast metal from a plaster mould capacity to solder and file and polish jewellery polishing and jewellery cleaning skills ability to estimate the value of jewellery, and determine gemstone value by

colour, cut, clarity, gem variety and carat knowledge of jewellery styles and designs knowledge of metals and alloys knowledge of gemstones and their value knowledge of different methods of cutting and setting gemstones design skills





2014

CREATIVE ARTS SKILLS SET

Acting/Performing

ability to research characters and study scripts to understand the part memorisation skills ability to perform stunts for an audience or in front of a camera knowledge of how people behave and speak in order to create believable

characters voice projection skills knowledge of a variety of books, plays, and poetry knowledge of different cultures skill in interpreting and analysing roles knowledge of different stunts, including which stunts to perform in certain

situations and the best way of performing them the ability to use specialist stunt equipment




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