level 2

Kefu initially told us he was at OCA as he had left school and wanted to educate myself in the construction industry. He thought this was a perfect opportunity for me to better myself and also give me a sense of direction for my future. Kefu’s programme of study, the New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills (Carpentry and Fabrication) (Level 2) programme finishes this week, 20th December 2019. Has learnt how to use the hand and power tools at OCA.  The larger projects that Kefu made, as part of working with a team, have been donated or sold to the community. He has completed small projects as well, enjoying the hands on practical experience. [...]

“High school was ok, but it wasn’t working for me.  It wasn’t benefiting me at all” Peni found out about OCA through an external agency, he was referred to OCA’s level 2 carpentry programme.  Peni has completed level 2 successfully and re-enrolled in the NZ Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Carpentry). Peni expresses, with gratitude, OCA has benefited him a lot, given him opportunities to do something he enjoys and helped with a career path.  Peni has tried other things but in his words “got sick of it”, He feels learning to be a builder in a real world [...]

When Ivan Bakulich Tuita’ali’i decided conventional school wasn’t for him anymore, an uncle suggested the Oceania Career Academy would suit him better. Of Samoan, Maori and Croatian descent, the 17-year-old wanted to work towards an apprenticeship and a career in carpentry. “My uncle Nick said OCA was a good opportunity for me, to learn new things and get somewhere in life,” recalls Ivan. Although it has only been a few weeks since Ivan began studying with OCA, he’s already learned so much. Ivan says it helps that his course tutors at OCA are helpful. “They’re pretty friendly, easy to get along [...]