Guide to using Tahatū in career planning is live,
26 May 2026
A new practitioner-focused resource, Using Tahatū in career planning, is now available in the Career Practice Hub.
A new guide for practitioners, Using Tahatū in career planning, has been added to the Career Practice Hub.
This practical guide is based on an e-learning module originally developed for organisations working with clients on career planning. Helping career practitioners and educators use Tahatū more effectively to support people’s career development, the guide is a valuable resource for both new staff and career advisers looking to upskill.
The guide covers:
- the purpose of Tahatū and the role it plays in New Zealand’s career development system
- how Tahatū works, including the insights it provides
- how to use Tahatū in practice to inform career conversations, planning and next steps.
The content has the flexibility to meet the needs of people working in the careers field across a range of settings, including school career advisers looking to build a shared understanding with teachers and senior leadership.
The guide provides a quick, accessible way to understand what Tahatū is and how it can support:
- students’ career learning and decision making
- classroom activities and curriculum planning
- whole-school strategic planning for career education and pathways.
Whether supporting individuals, informing programme design or strengthening a school-wide careers approach, this resource offers clear, practical guidance that can be applied straight away.