We are committed to supporting students to become lifelong learners. In order to do this, we have a team of dedicated staff who provide a safe environment for students who would like additional support. Student Success provides a range of services to support students in their learning journeys and to ensure they have every opportunity to succeed.
Director Student Success - Lynda Mathey
Library Services
The Library collection includes books, journals, audio-visual and on line resources. Visit the library from home to see what you can access.
http://www.northtec.ac.nz/library.asp
Library Manager - Jane Arlidge 09 470 3765 jarlidge@northtec.ac.nz
Student Advisory Service
This service assists students with NorthTec regulations, policies and procedural issues, for example student concerns and complaints. Students are able to access for the Student Advisor for support and advocacy, as well as information on hardship, accommodation and scholarships.
Student Advisor – Paula Harris 09 470 3735 pharris@northtec.ac.nz
Kaitakawaenga
Manaaki tangata. (Blessing peoples’ lives). This service is provided to empower Maori and Pacific Island students to succeed by providing learning support, financial and emotional support, The kaitakaenga can support in building relationships of trust between tutors and students, as well as student support networks. Kaitakawaenga 09 470 3696 hpiripi@northtec.ac.nz
Disabilities Support Services
NorthTec encourages people with disabilities to enrol and fully participate in campus life. Our aim is to provide support and equitable conditions for students with temporary and permanent support needs. The Disabilities Co-ordinator is able to provide information and support for current and intending students with disabilities.
Disability Co-ordinator - Jill Thomson 09 470 3836 jthomson@northtec.ac.nz
Student Mentor Programme
Student Mentors support new students as they adjust to study in a new environment. They provide a friendly face to make student life as easy as possible. Mentors can provide information on a whole range of issues, for example how to log onto the computer system, and who to approach for different student services.
Student Mentor Co-ordinator - Toni Horrell 09 470 3875 thorrell@northtec.ac.nz
Career Guidance Services
This service provides a career planning service to ensure students, and potential students make informed training decisions and are ready to make a successful transition into employment. Services are delivered by Career Services, Rapuara who are New Zealand's leading provider of career planning, advice and information.
Career Advisor - Jean Ottley 09 470 3710 jottley@northtec.ac.nz
Learning Advisory Service
Learning Advisors help students become effective and independent learners. They support students in developing academic skills, help with strategies to improve learning and give students resources to guide them. Learning Advisors also supportsstudents in developing generic skills, such as writing, academic reading, numeracy and critical thinking.
Learning Advisors - Alex Storrie 09 470 3876 astorrie@northtec.ac.nz and Toni Horrell 09 470 3875 thorrell@northtec.ac.nz
Counselling Services
The student counsellor supports and empowers students to cope with life situations, reduce emotional stress, make effective decisions and engage in growth activities.
Student Counsellor – Julianne Wright 09 470 3877 jwright@northtec.ac.nz
Health Centre
NorthTec's registered nurses provide sickness care for students and provide medical check-ups, a sick bay, health counselling and a variety of other services.
Health Nurse - Judith Hall 09 470 3735 jchall@northtec.ac.nz