Year 13 Service Academy
13ACA Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr D. McDermott.
This is a unit standard programme for students considering a career in the New Zealand Forces or more suited to Education outside the classroom. Students who are selected to be part the Service Academy will attend between 2 and 4 compulsory camps throughout the year offering an opportunity to develop or enhance leadership skills for the future.
A large component of services academy is fitness. Students will have access to weekly fitness training, strength/weights training and complete coaching & sport unit standards through MIT. Some students will also participate in gateway and workplace opportunities.
Subject Overview
Term 1
Compulsory induction camp, all students - 10 days.
Anzac day march - Grey lynn parade, all students.
Term 2
Basic leader's camp, 2 students - 3 days.
Term 3
Advanced leader's camp, 2 students - 3 days.
Term 4
Graduation parade - Auckland.
Career Pathways
Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Police Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Ship's Officer, Diver, Sports Coach/Official, Professional Sportsperson, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Physiotherapist