{"id":10005,"date":"2025-02-11T16:54:22","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T03:54:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/?p=10005"},"modified":"2025-02-11T16:54:22","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T03:54:22","slug":"careers-without-a-degree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/careers-without-a-degree\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Guide to Building Careers Without a Degree"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 5<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

Hey there, future leaders of Aotearoa! If you, like so many future job seekers, are starting to think about your next steps after high school, it\u2019s normal to feel a little confused about whether university is right for you. After all, it\u2019s a super<\/span> common misconception that you <\/span>need<\/span><\/i> a university degree for a successful <\/span>career in NZ<\/span> when, as you\u2019ll soon see, that couldn\u2019t be further from the truth.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In fact, there are tonnes of exciting pathways that you can pursue without racking up any student debt, and today, we\u2019re highlighting some of our favourites. So, what are you waiting for? <\/span>Let’s dive into the exciting world of building a <\/span>career without a degree<\/span> and explore the many opportunities awaiting you.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Can We Build Our <\/span>Careers Without a Degree<\/span>?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

In short: absolutely! In today’s dynamic job market, many industries value skills, experience, and passion over formal education. Essentially, there are plenty of top employers who care more about what you can do rather than what\u2019s printed on a piece of paper. So, if you’re in New Zealand and thinking about your next step, there are plenty of pathways to explore that don\u2019t involve student loans and lecture halls. It\u2019s just about finding the right one for you!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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No Degree vs Degree:<\/span> What\u2019s the Right Choice?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

When choosing a <\/span>career in NZ<\/span>, one of the big questions you have to answer is: <\/span>No degree vs degree<\/span>; what\u2019s better? And unfortunately, the truth isn\u2019t that simple. In fact, it all depends on your goals. Let\u2019s break it down:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Going for a Degree:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

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