Top of the South Trades Academy

09/09/2026

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Interested in a career in the skilled trades?

Applications for TOTSTA 2027 are now open for:

✅ Carpentry
✅ Electrical
✅ Automotive Engineering
✅ Mechanical Engineering

Gain practical, hands-on experience while still at school and explore future career pathways.

Talk to your school's Careers Team or Trades Academy Coordinator, and apply online at:

🌐 tradesacademy.ac.nz

08/09/2026

Our Uniformed Services Trades Academy group had an exciting visit to the Nelson Fire Station recently. A special thanks to Andrew for hosting the group, they had a blast seeing behind the scenes! The group also completed first aid training and a Tyrollean Traverse of a river that allowed for scenario-based learning which is always a highlight of the programme.

Nelson Marlborough - Fire and Emergency

06/09/2026

The Future Farming Te Wairau pilot programme wrapped up in Marlborough last week. It's been great to see students developing practical skills and exploring careers in the primary industries.

Applications for 2027 are now open. If you're interested, talk to your school's careers team and apply at tradesacademy.ac.nz.

03/09/2026

🌟 Ready to explore your future?

Applications for our Service Industry Trades Academy programmes are now open!

Whether you're interested in hospitality, adventure tourism, beauty, sport, or cultural tourism, this is your chance to gain practical skills and industry experience while still at school.

👉 Speak with your Careers Advisor
👉 Apply online at tradesacademy.ac.nz

28/08/2026

✨ New look, same great learning! ✨

It was fantastic to see the new aprons featuring the updated TOTSTA logo arrive and being put to use in the Beauty Trades Academy class today. We think they look amazing! Waimea College, Nelson College for Girls, NMIT

21/08/2026

Applications for the 2027 Outdoor Emergency Response trades academy course are open now. To apply please talk to your schools Careers team before completing an application form on tradesacademy.ac.nz

20/08/2026

🌱🚜🌊 From the land to the sea, the opportunities are endless.

Whether you're interested in agriculture, aquaculture, or other primary industries, Trades Academy can help you gain hands-on skills and explore exciting career pathways while still at school.

Trades Academy applications for 2027 are now open!

Talk to your school's Careers Advisor or Trades Coordinator to find out more and start your journey.

17/08/2026

🎨✨ Trades Academy Applications for 2027 Are Now Open! ✨🛠️
Are you creative, hands-on, and looking to explore exciting career pathways while still at school?

Trades Academy applications for 2027 are now open! This is your chance to gain practical skills, industry experience, and a head start towards your future career.

📸 Here is a snapshot of the Creative Trades available in 2027.

Talk to your school's Careers Advisor or Trades Coordinator to find out more and start your application journey.

14/08/2026

09/08/2026

⏳ Only one week to go!

Applications for Top of the South Trades Academy 2027 open on Monday 17 August.

Thinking about joining a Trades Academy programme next year? Make sure you:

🔹 Talk with your school's Careers Team
🔹 Explore the programme options
🔹 Submit your application through the TOTSTA website

Check out the video to see what a typical Trades Academy experience looks like and hear why so many students choose to get involved.

Your future starts here. We look forward to receiving your application! https://tradesacademy.ac.nz/