Helping With NCEA Subject Choice

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Early in term three young men will be asked to select their subjects for 2025.  It's never too early to begin discussions about next year and possible pathways beyond school.  These resources from Careers NZ will be helpful for both parents and young men. 

What is NCEA?

Learn about NCEA and credits.

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NCEA compared with School C and Bursary

How is NCEA different from School Certificate and Bursary qualifications?

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How to pick NCEA subjects for future success

Help your young person pick the best NCEA subjects for their future career.

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Use Subject Matcher to help find your ideal job

With Subject Matcher you can see how the NCEA subjects your young person chooses can influence their possible career path.

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NCEA credits needed for study, apprenticeships and training

Find out what NCEA credits are needed to enter tertiary study or on-the-job training, including apprenticeships and specialist roles.

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Choices if your school has limited subjects

Discover how to access the subjects needed for your young person’s future career if their school doesn’t offer the right ones.

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How to choose NCEA subjects

Find out how to choose NCEA subjects.

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Conversation tips for NCEA subject choice time

A conversation guide to help your young person choose NCEA subjects.

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8 steps to choosing school subjects

Choosing school subjects can be tricky, but with these eight steps your young person will have them sorted in no time.

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Where to from school? ebook

Download our free ebook for secondary students moving into further study or work.

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