Level 2 Automotive Academy - Year 1. (Yr 12) Single line option.

There is a garage type set-up in the Automotive Academy at MHS. Students will be trained, over the two years, in doing pre-WOF and service type work, tyre changing and wheel balancing plus using the hoists to carry out vehicle servicing and repairs. The workshop is equipped with the latest tools and diagnostic equipment. The below description generally is accurate, but changes will be happening to align the training to an apprenticeship type of course, in consultation with MITO, (Motor Industry Training Organization), for 2025. At Yr 12 it is a one-line option and a two-line option in Yr 13. 

The Yr 12 Automotive course is made up of Level 2 standards and Yr 13 is made up of Level 2 and Level 3 standards, some of which may be delivered by Unitec at the Mt Albert campus.

Highlight of Yr 12.
Students will build a mini motorcycle which they are able to take home on completion of the course, free of charge.

Successful completion of this course over two years can allow students entry into a Polytechnic Level 4 course in any applied technology such as Automotive, Engineering, Carpentry qualification, or assist in gaining an apprenticeship. Students at Yr 12 will have the opportunity to gain the following certificates.
Level 2 NCEA endorsed with the Manufacturing and Technology Sector Vocational Pathway Award or
Level 2 NCEA without the vocational pathway award.

All students will need to: complete the MHS online selection process and have an interview with the Automotive tutor Mr Thomson or see Mr Hackett or Mr Tinling. 

All academy students need to complete an AWVA Academy Application form. 

This can be picked up from the Academy Offices or email to Sarah at [email protected].

Students and whānau will also have an interview with the academy tutor in November prior to the start of 2025.

Students will then be notified about whether they have been selected or not.
Places are limited in the academies and are not guaranteed until the application has been confirmed after the above.
Further information is available in the specific academy handbook.

Plese note there is also a double line option for Yr 12 Automotive. The double line option is subject to change and is conditional on numbers and timetabling. However, if you want to be considered for the double option then please select it rather than this option.