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Abuse/violence
Talk to counsellor. Health & Wellness, B Block.
Accidents Car
Police, Road Transport Dept
Ph: 759 5500, New Plymouth
Ambulance
Dial 111
If on campus follow instructions on the green tags found on all telephones.
Personal - On Campus contact Campus Nurse,
Ph: 757 3100 ext 8775.
Accommodation
For accommodation, advice, support and information about the on site hostel, contact Lynn Murray, Ph: 757 3100 ext 8823.
Flatmates wanted. Check Student notice boards in B Block.
See also Hostel
Advice & Support
Student Association can help and support you on student matters.
After Hours Access
For access to after hours computers you must have a fob key. These are available from the Facilities Desk room A007. Also see Fob keys.
B Block Computer Suite
Mon – Fri 5.00pm -10.00pm
Sat & Sun 8.30am – 4.00pm
Access to the AutoCad suite is by arrangement only.
A.G.M.
The Student Association A.G.M. will be held on Wednesday 12 March 2010 at 12.15 pm in the student lounge, B Block. Everybody welcome.
Alcohol
Alcohol is forbidden on Campus.
Alcohol & Drug Centre
Ph: 753 7838, New Plymouth
Allowances
Refer Loans and Allowances
Ambulance
Dial 111
See Accident
Anxiety
Make an appointment to see the Counsellor at the Health & Wellness Centre, B Block.
APA Referencing
Guidance is available from Learning Skills Tutors, Library Learning Centre. APA referencing and Self Help guides can be download from wise.witt.ac.nz Also, check the following websites. www.cite.auckland.ac.nz and
www.stylewizard.com
Appeals
For an appeal against a study related decision refer to the Academic Appeals Policy on the intranet. Appeal forms available on the intranet or see your Student Association.
Assessment of Prior Learning
Refer to the Assessment of Prior Learning policy on the Intranet.
Assignments
For guidance with planning, writing, self evaluation of assignments, reports and/or projects contact the Learning Skills Tutors, Library Learning Centre or email learning.centre@witt.ac.nz
Asthma Education
Contact the Campus Nurse at the Health & Wellness Centre, B Block.
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Banks
All trading and savings banks are represented in the main shopping area of the city, and most have suburban/out of town branches.
Beauty Therapy
Models are needed throughout the year. Students welcome. Please book at Beauty Therapy Reception, Ground Floor, A Block.
Bereavement
The Chaplain can help you arrange a funeral and understand grief. As this may affect your work, think about letting your tutor know.
Bicycles
Bicycle stands are available on campus. Lock it or lose it.
Binding
Binding service at competitive prices available at your Student Assn office, B Block.
Blood Tests
See the Campus Nurse at the Health & Wellness Centre, B Block.
Bullying
Talk to the Counsellor. Health & Wellness Centre, B Block.
Budgeting
For budgeting advice contact Budget Advice Services, Phone 758 5996.
Buses
Free buses for WITT students from New Plymouth, Oakura & Waitara. Timetables available from the display stand, Ground Floor, B Block.
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Cafeteria
The Café offers homemade baking, hot lunch meals, coffee and drinks all at affordable prices. Call in and see us. Ground Floor, B Block.
Term1 & 4
Mon - Thurs 7.30 am - 3.30 pm
Friday 7.30 am - 3.00 pm
Term2 & 3
Mon.-Thurs. 7.30 am - 3.30 pm
Friday 7.30 am - 3.00 pm
Term break 8.00 am – 2.00 pm
Campus Nurse
For confidential consultations on any health matters see the Campus Nurse, at the Health & Wellness Centre 757 3100 ext 8775 or 8815.
Card
A4 coloured light card
A4 coloured heavy card
A2 coloured light card
A2 black mounting board.
Available from the Student Association,
Ground floor, B Block.
Career Guidance
For advice and guidance on career options see the Counsellor at Health & Wellness Centre, your Head of Department or make an appointment with Career Services, cnr Devon & Liardet Sts. Ph: 757 3750.
Cervical Smears
Smears are free to WITT students. For an appointment contact the Health and Wellness Centre. Ph: 757 3100 ext 8775.
Chaplaincy
The Chaplain serves all members of the Institute and does this by offering a “listening ear”, sharing in the life of the Institute, providing pastoral care and bereavement support. The Chaplain is committed to working with members of any faith or none in a non judgemental manner.
The Chaplain is located at the Health & Wellness Centre, Ground Floor B Block, or phone
757 3100 ext 8765.
Childcare
“POLYTOTS” 5 Cracroft Street, 7.45am-5.15 pm Casuals and regulars accepted. Bookings essential. For details ph: 757 6051.
Christian Fellowship
If you are interested in meeting with other Christians, contact the Chaplain, Health & Wellness Centre, Ground Floor, B Block,
Churches
See Saturday DAILY NEWS, or the Chaplain for details of Sunday Services.
Citizens Advice Bureau
Community House, 32 Leach Street
Ph: 758 9542
Complaints
The WITT complaints policy is available on the Intranet. For help contact Student Association, or the student Counsellor.
Computers
Computers for all students to use are available in the Library Learning Centre and the computer suite 1st floor, B Block. If you need a hand in using computers for your assignments, contact the Library Learning Centre staff.
Concerns
Concern forms and a box to post them in are in the cafeteria next to the bus timetables. Please use these forms if you have a concern that you would like to bring to the attention of WITT.
Condoms
Vending machines are situated in some toilets on campus.
Refer Family Planning, or
Health & Wellness Centre, B Block.
Confidence
Want to become more confident? See counsellor Health & Wellness Centre, B Block.
Contraception
Refer Condoms, Family Planning, Campus Nurse.
Counselling
Confidential counselling is free to all students.
Course Cost Forms
Phone Studylink 0800 88 99 00
Courses
For full details on all courses contact the Customer Service Centre.
Course Withdrawals
All withdrawals from a part or full time programme must be in writing. Forms available from Faculty Administrators or the Customer Service Centre Office. The Withdrawals, Transfers & Refunds Policy is on the reverse of the form or intranet.
Course Work Worries
See your Tutor, Learning Skills Tutor, or Counsellor.
Creche
Refer Childcare
Cultural Sensitivity
We ask that you extend respect to people from other cultures that choose to study at WITT.
Customer Service Centre
Information, enrolments & cashiers available. If you want to pay your fees, top up your library/copying/printing card or other WITT account you may do so in the Customer Service Centre.
Hours: Mon - Fri. 8am - 5 pm.
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Deadlines
If you need direction or guidance with assignments and exam preparation, contact the Learning Skills tutors at the Library Learning Centre, phone 757 3100 ext 8838/8786, or learning.centre@witt.ac.nz
Death
See Bereavement
Dentists
Students under 18 years are entitled to free dental care.
A list of Dentists providing reasonably priced routine dental care for students is available from the Health & Wellness Centre.
Depressed
Make an appointment to see the Counsellor at the Health & Wellness Centre, B Block.
Disabled Students
Support services and equipment are available for students with impairment. Contact the Disability Co-ordinator to discuss your support needs.
Ph: 757 3100. ext.8786
Discounts
Discounts are available for most students who hold a Student ID card. See list at the back of this handbook.
Discrimination
WITT operates a policy to protect people from all forms of discrimination. Harassment Prevention Policy available on the Intranet. For advice or support contact the student Counsellor.
Drop in Centre
Got a 10 minute learning question? Use the “Drop in Service” for support. Library Learning Centre. No appointment necessary.
Drugs
It is not permissible to either use, or be under the influence of drugs on Campus.
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Ears
Hearing tests or syringing - see Campus Nurse.
EFTPOS
Available at Student Association, Ground Floor, B Block, for sales and cash out. A limit of $5-$20 applies to cash withdrawals.
The Library & Customer Service Centre also have EFTPOS available for accounts to be paid and to add funds to your library/ID/printing card
Emergencies
Phone 111
If on campus follow instructions on the green tags found on all telephones.
Employment
See the employment notice board in B Block for any jobs available. Refer also Student Job Search.
Equal Education Opportunity
See Discrimination.
Evacuations
The evacuation procedure displayed in all rooms shows the evacuation areas. Become aware of alarms and exits for your building. If you require an individual evacuation plan for assistance in the event of an emergency, contact Disability Coordinator, Ph.757 3100 ext 8786.
Exam Accommodations
Special Assistance with examinations and tests is available. Apply early in your course. Conditions apply. For further information contact the Disability Co-ordinator or the Learning Skills Tutors, Library Learning Centre.
Exam Anxiety
Make a time to see the Counsellor early on for help to overcome exam anxiety, Ground Floor, B Block.
Examinations
Exam planning and preparation leaving you confused or unsure, or maybe you need exam accommodations? Guidance is available through the Learning Skills Tutors at the Library Learning Centre.
Eyes
For initial vision tests and referral see the
Campus Nurse.
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Family Planning
56 Gover Street, Phone 759 8269 for an appointment.
Monday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
Tuesday 3.00 pm - 8.00 pm
Wednesday 9.00 am - 8.00 pm
Thursday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
Fridays 3.30 pm - 6.00 pm
Faxing
National and international faxing from the Student Association, Ground Floor, B Block.
Fees
See Receptionist, Customer Service Centre.
Financial Problems
Talk to Studylink, or the Counsellor.
Fire Drill
Fire drills are carried out on a regular basis. In the event of fire comply with tutor instructions. USE STAIRS NOT LIFTS. Check instructions by classroom doors.
First Aid
First Aid kits are available on campus.
Please ask Institute staff for locations or read the green tags on the telephones.
Flat/House Blessings
Available by contacting the Chaplain.
Fob Keys
A fob key for after hours access to the computer suites is available from the facilities desk in room A007, Mon – Fri 8am – 3pm.
Framework
Queries For any questions about the NZQA framework, see Receptionist, Customer Service Centre.
Funerals
See Bereavement.
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Graduation
If applying to graduate, a form and a graduation timetable are available from your department. Applications are awarded by the WITT Academic Board.
Grief and Grieving
Contact the Counsellor, Health & Wellness Centre, B Block.
Grievances
See Student Association, the Counsellor, or the Student Complaints Officer.
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Hairdressing
Models are needed throughout the year for blow dries, sets, massage and colour. Students welcome. Please book at Reception, Ground Floor, A Block.
Harassment
WITT operates an Harassment Prevention Policy to protect people from any offensive gestures, comments and all forms of discrimination. For support or advice see Student Association or Student Support.
Health
Contact the Campus Nurse for any health concerns you may have. See our advertisement
Health Refunds
Full time students are entitled to apply through the Student Association for a refund on any GP receipts. Special conditions apply. Contact Student Association for details.
Hepatitis B
For information contact the Campus Nurse. Health & Wellness Centre, B Block.
Hospital
Taranaki Base Hospital. Ph: 753 6139
Hostel
WITT has an onsite hostel available to all students. Information on www.witt.ac.nz and on the notice board, Ground Floor, B Block, or contact Lynn Murray, 757 3100 ext 8823, or the Hostel 968 3002.
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I.D. Card
You will be issued with a student I.D card upon presentation of your tax invoice to the Customer Service Centre.
You should have your ID card available at all times when on campus.
You need your card for identification, printing, photocopying, library book issues, free bus service and discounts around town. If you lose your card please notify the Customer Service Centre. Replacement cards will incur a charge.
18+ Card Application forms available from the Student Assn, Ground Floor, B Block.
Illness
Contact Campus Nurse, Health & Wellness Centre, B Block.
Immunisations
Available at the Health Clinic.
Information
Call in at the Student Association B Block or Receptionist, Customer Service Centre.
Injury
Injuries on campus must be reported to the Health & Wellness Centre and your tutor.
Intellectual Property
Unless stated otherwise all work created by you within the terms of your learning contract is presumed to belong to WITT. This does not include work done outside of your contract. The Intellectual Property Guidelines for Ownership Policy and Procedure is available on the Intranet or from your department.
International Student Office
Help is available with course applications, enrolments, permits, visas, medical and health insurance. Ask at Customer Service Centre.
International Students
English language, accommodation, pastoral care, learning, orientation, cultural & personal support is available. See International Student Advisor, or International Student Officer, at Customer Services Centre.
Internet Access
See your faculty administrator for your network login.
Intranet
http://ourwitt.witt.ac.nz
I.S.I.C. Card
International Student Identity Card for cheaper air travel for full time students. Application forms are available at www.isiccard.co.nz
I T Service Desk
We are your first point of contact for computer account queries and related faults. Room B114. For off campus students phone 06 757 3100 xtn.8400 if you are unable to access your account off site.
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Job Hunting/Information
See Employment.
Judder Bars
Judder Bars are strategically placed to slow traffic within the Campus.
Justice of the Peace
On campus Judy Watt, Student Association.
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Keys
Student Association will hold duplicate locker keys for you.
Kopa Manaaki
Kopa Manaaki is an holistic facility that provides academic, cultural and pastoral support services for Maori and Pasifika students within a culturally appropriate environment. All welcome. Ground Floor, A Block.
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Laminating
A3 & A4 laminating available from the student Association, Ground Floor, B Block.
Lawyer/Legal Aid
Contact Citizens Advice Ph: 758 9542
Learning Skills
Learning guidance is available for course work, general study skills, time management, assignment writing, examination preparation, course related maths, or to improve your computer skills as you adjust to a life of study.
Contact the Library Learning Centre, phone
757 3100, ext 8838 or 8786 or email learning.centre@witt.ac.nz
Library
Phone: (06) 757 3261 or (06) 757 3100 ext 8825
Email: library@witt.ac.nz
Web site: www.libraryhome.witt.ac.nz
Visit the library to find resources for your course. We have books, journals, magazines, and access to online databases that will allow you to access over 30,000 books. Staff will help you research material for your assignment. We have wireless internet connections, PCs, printing and photocopying facilities, coffee machine, quiet and group study areas. Access to the library catalogue, subject guides, e-books and online databases is available from the library website and can be accessed on campus or at home. Eating and drinking are allowed in the library. Refer to the Eating and drinking policy posters on display in the library.
Opening hours
Term time:
Mon-Thurs 8.00 am – 6.00 pm
Fri 8.00 am – 4.00 pm
Sat 9.30 am – 12.30 pm. The library will open for longer hours on Saturdays at the end of each semester. See Library entrance doors for additional information.
Holiday hours:
Mon – Fri 8.00 am – 4.00 pm
Your student ID card gives access to the library, photocopying and printing. You can add printing credits to your card in the library using cash or EFTPOS.
Borrowing
You may borrow up to 6 items at a time
Books are issued for 4 weeks
Serials and DVDs are issued for 1 week
Items can be reserved if out on loan
You can renew books online
There are charges for overdue books
Literacy support
Need help with reading, writing or spelling? Visit a Learning Skills tutor at the Library Learning Centre
Loans and Allowances For your eligibility for loans and allowances, please apply online at www.studylink.govt.nz to apply online or phone 0800 88 99 00.
Lockers
Some lockers are available for student use.
Lost Property
Lost property is held at Student Association, Ground Floor, B Block.
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Mail
See Post Centre
Maori /Pasifika Students
contact Maori Pacifica Centre A Block.
Maths Support
Maths “drop in: tutorials are available weekly. Visit the Library Learning Centre for times and availability.
Medical Clinic
A medical clinic operates one morning a week during term time. Appointments necessary. Call into the Health & Wellness Centre or phone: 757 3100 ext. 8775.
Microwaves
Student Association microwaves are available for student use in the cafeteria.
Morning After Pill
Available at the Health & Wellness Centre, Ground Floor, B Block.
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Noticeboards
There are noticeboards throughout the Institute. PLEASE READ.
Nurse
See Campus Nurse.
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Off Campus Students
Support services are available to all Satellite and off campus students, via the campus manager or by phoning 0800 948 896 or Student Association phone 06 758 8262.
Ombudsman
See Tertiary Ombudsman
Online Learning Support
Need guidance with referencing, or assignments. Use our on line service.learning.centre@witt.ac.nz
Overload
Contact the Health & Wellness Centre, Ground Floor, B Block.
Overseas Posting
Letters and parcels (up to 2kg) can be posted from the Student Association, Ground floor, B Block.
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Padlocks
Padlocks are available from the Student Association, B Block.
Paper
Copy paper in reams or 10 sheets for 50c.
A4 coloured copier paper
A3 coloured copier paper
Student Association, Ground floor, B Block.
Parking
The main carpark entrance is off Hendrie Street. Parking is also available from the Bell and Cracroft Sts entrance. There is partial parking only, on Cracroft Street.
All disabled car parks require a WITT permit. These are allocated by the Disability Co-ordinator, Ph 757 3100 ext 8786.
A CLAMPING & TOWING POLICY EXISTS WITHIN THE INSTITUTE. A fee is payable on release. Phone 027 222 5917.
Pasifika Students
See Maori/Pasifika students.
Photocopying
Student Association will do your photocopying for you. Colour or black & white on paper or overhead transparencies.
There are also card operated machines for your use throughout the campus. Colour machines are in the Library and 1st floor B Block.
Police
Phone: 759 5500
Policies
Copies of Institute Quality Management Systems, Policies & Procedures are available on the Intranet.
Polytots
See Childcare
Post Centre
Courier bags, post bags and stamps for overseas postings. Stamps and post bags for national postings. Student Association, ground floor, B Block.
Prayer
Going through a difficult patch, wanting spiritual support for friends or family, or wishing to be thankful? Prayer is offered by appointment with the Chaplain, B Block.
Pregnancy Tests
See Campus Nurse, B Block.
Pride Alliance
An alliance of Gay, Lesbian, Transgender & Bisexuals. PO Box 1049, New Plymouth.
Printing
Your student ID card enables you to print from machines throughout the campus. Colour printers are located 1st floor B Block and Learning Library Centre.
Printing in colour or black & white can also be done for cash or EFTPOS at the Student Association.
Printing Credits
A print allocation is given and loaded on your student ID card on enrolment. Additional printing credits can be loaded, at your expense, using EFTPOS, or cash at the Library. Credit Card can be used at the Customer Service Centre.
Programme/Course
A curriculum document including regulations and Regulations course descriptors, is available from your Faculty administrator.
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Qualifications/RPL
Ask Programme leaders for relevant information.
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Reader/Writer
Need assistance with exams and tests? Apply early in the course as special conditions apply. Contact the Disability Co-ordinator, or the Learning Skills tutors at the Library Learning Centre.
Refunds
Refunds on G.P’s receipts (full time students only) see Health Refunds.
Institute Refunds see back of receipts, Fees invoices, withdrawal forms or WITT Refund Policy for details.
Religions
The Ecumenical Chaplain, will assist students of any faith to practice their religion while at the Institute.
Resources
Guillotine, hole punches, and staplers available for your use in the Student Association, Ground floor, B Block.
Representation
The Student Association represents YOU the student at all levels.
Rules
It is your responsibility to comply with WITT Policies and Procedures.
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Safety
All procedures concerning safety in workshops, classrooms or laboratories must be adhered to.
Sanitary Supplies
Available from the Student Association Office, Ground Floor, B Block
Satellite Campus Students
Refer Off Campus Students.
Scholarships
For all scholarship information see the WITT website or check the scholarship noticeboard in the cafeteria.
Second-hand Textbooks
see Textbooks
Security
To help toward security on campus students must be responsible for their own property. All vehicles should be locked.
Smoke doors or exterior doors to buildings should not be propped open.
There is an after hours emergency phone outside the main entrance of the Library that will connect you to the after hours security assistance.
Sexual Health Clinic
56 Gover Street, Ph: 759 8269 for an
appointment at the clinic
Mon & Thurs. 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Tues & Frid. 9.00am – 1pm
Showers
Refer to campus map for location of showers on campus.
Smoking
Smoking is only allowed in designated smoking areas that are shown on campus maps in the entranceway of every building.
If you wish to give up smoking, contact the Campus Nurse about the “Quit Programme” and subsidised nicotine patches/gum.
Spiritual Growth The chaplain is available to help you develop skills in exploring your spirituality.
Stationery
Stationery is available from the Student Association Office, ground floor, B Block.
Student Association
Owned and organised by the students with services and facilities to help you through your year. EFTPOS is available for sales with cash out limits of $5-$20. We operate as a Post Shop and stationery shop with faxing, laminating, colour printing/copying, telephone recharge cards and mobile top ups . We supply microwaves and telephones for your use and also give advice, support and representation.
Opening hours
Monday – Friday
8.45am – 3.15pm.
Ground Floor, B Block.
Website wittsa.org.nz Phone 06 758 8262, email: s.association@witt.ac.nz
Student Code of Conduct
See WITT pages at the end of the diary. The full Policy and Procedure for the Student Code of Conduct is available on the Intranet.
Student Job Search
For temporary or part time work, enrol with SJS at any time by phoning 06 759 0170. You can search for jobs online at www.sjs.co.nz.
Student Support Services
Services available to all students include health care, counselling, disability support, chaplaincy, learning guidance, childcare, & accommodation assistance and Student Association. There is a student lounge, cafeteria, stationery shop, library and Kopa Manaaki.
Study Group
Need help setting up study groups or working as a group with study skills, assignment planning, or exam preparation? Contact the Learning Skills Tutors at the Library Learning Centre.
Study Resources
Study Smart flyer sheets, including grammar & punctuation, APA Referencing & Study for Success Guides, are available at the Library Learning Centre.
Study Skills
One to one and group learning guidance is offered through the Library Learning Centre.
Request a Study Skills booklet on line at learning.centre@witt.ac.nz
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Telephones
Student Association rent telephones for your use. One is in the D Block stairwell; two are on the ground floor of B Block.
The Administration Block has a phone for your use. The phone outside the main entrance of the library is for emergencies only.
Student Association, Ph: 758 8262
WITT, Ph: 757 3100 or 0800 948 896
Telephone Cards
A wide range of national and overseas recharge phone cards are available from the Student Association, Ground floor, B Block.
Telephone Top Ups
Vodafone and Telecom top up vouchers available from the Student Association, B Block.
Tertiary Ombudsman
The Tertiary Ombudsman visits to hear any complaints to do with your study, that you feel have not come to a satisfactory conclusion. Appointments are made through the Student Association, Ground floor, B Block.
Textbooks Some second hand textbooks, and nursing uniforms from the Student Association, be in early.
See your faculty administrator or tutor for a book list.
Time Management
Preparation for class means you need to be organised. Need some guidance? See Learning Skills Tutors at the Library Learning Centre.
Transparencies
Colour or black & white transparencies available from the Student Association, Ground floor, B Block.
Transport
City transport; refer buses.
New Plymouth Taxis Ph: 757 3000
Egmont City Cabs Ph: 754 8801
Energy City Cabs Ph: 757 5580
Airport Shuttle Ph: 0800 373 001
Travel
Refer I.SI.C.Card for National/International travel.
Refer buses for local travel.
Treaty of Waitangi
We ask that students work within an environment that respects cultural diversity and strives for true partnership between all New Zealanders.
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Unit Standard
Unit Standard is a unit of work a student is accredited with on the NZQA framework. More information is available from the Library Learning Centre or the Customer Service Centre.
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Vocational Guidance
See Career Guidance.
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Withdrawals
See Course Withdrawal.
Work
See employment noticeboard outside Student Association for available part-time jobs.
Student Job Search can be accessed throughout the year by phoning 06 759 0170 or 0800 757 562 or www.sjs.co.nz.
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Zoos
Brooklands Zoo, Pukekura Park. |
