Wellington Trades Academy (WTA) students Max Calvert and Eisha Scerri won the National Secondary Schools Culinary Challenge (NZSSCC) held at MIT | Te Pūkenga in Auckland recently. The students' teamwork and calm under pressure saw them take… read more

Jordyn Angus has just stepped into the industry as an apprentice plumber, drainlayer and gasfitter having completed her level three certificate at WelTec. She is currently doing on-the-job training with a Wellington-based company helping fit Rinnai… read more

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Ready to start your tertiary journey now your NCEA results are in? Whether you aced the externals, or you’re a few credits short; we’ll help you step into your future. Get inspired by graduates of our performing arts, trades and health programmes… read more

WelTec carpentry graduate, Sarah Clark, wants to start a company that champions female tradies. Sarah is currently employed by Tonks Residential, a local construction company, as an apprentice builder.  read more

If hands-on learning and physical work sound like you, check out our range of trades programmes. Our purpose-built facilities create an environment that mimics real work in the industry. You'll gain skills and experience to step into the workforce… read more

Mehul recently completed the Level 4 Certificate in Carpentry, a programme designed to be completed alongside an apprenticeship, which allows ākonga to become fully qualified carpenters. He had also studied Architectural Technology before that… read more

Civil Engineering tutor Swetha joined Whitireia and WelTec in 2023, bringing with her a vast background of experience, and a passion for instilling in students a sense of curiosity, enthusiasm, and dedication to the field. Swetha teaches land… read more

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Josh talks about his journey and how he is reaping the rewards after changing careers. read more