Celebrate and explore the importance of connection to the natural world and to others though the lens of Manaaki Tāpoi / cultural tourism.
Participants have the opportunity of completing 5 Level 1 NCEA credits on this programme.
The Explore Manaaki Tāpoi programme is an opportunity for Year 11 students to come to Whenua Iti Outdoors and participate in an overnight 4-day programme.
You will be introduced to concepts and activities that connect you with te taiao (the environment) while exploring Te Ao Māori concepts of manaakitanga, atuatanga, karakia and whakawhanaungatanga.
Academic Objectives
Students will have the opportunity to achieve academic learning objectives that contribute to their National Certificate of Education Achievement (NCEA) and develop crucial personal and social development skills.
Assessments
| Unit No | Title | Level | Credits |
| 3503 | Communicate in a team or group to complete a routine task | 1 | 2 |
| 32842 | Demonstrate personal awareness and positive behaviour during a group outdoor activity | 1 | 3 |
Personal and Social Development Objectives:
Personal and social skills are transferable to any chosen career pathway and are considered essential skills by employers.
- Increasing willingness to learn
- Understanding and assuming personal responsibility
- Developing belief in self and increasing confidence
- Developing a positive attitude
- Recognising and developing potential
- Developing resilience skills (coping with challenge and change)
- Developing positive communication skills
You will leave this course with a bunch of new friends and on an adventure buzz! Check out our latest adventures on Facebook and Instagram.
Pathway Programmes:
Check out our full range of options: Secondary School Programmes
For other options related to this programme refer to Pathway Programmes section below.
