Modified 5 January 2021
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has launched a food and fibre careers hub on its careers.govt.nz website to promote the diversity of career opportunities in our essential food and fibre sectors.
https://www.tec.govt.nz/news-and-consultations/archived-news/food-and-fibre-hub-goes-live
Modified 21 February 2022
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has updated the New Zealand Apprenticeship (NZA) application form.
Modified 13 October 2022
Modified 30 March 2020
Update: The deadline for submissions has been extended until 5 April 2019. This is out of respect for the shock experienced by New Zealanders, and in particular the Muslim community, in the wake of the attacks in Christchurch on 15 March.
On 13 February 2019 the Minister of Education launched the public consultation on the Government’s proposals for the Reform of Vocational Education.
Modified 5 June 2025
Our monitoring of ensures that the Crown’s residual risk in these institutions is regularly assessed, monitored and managed.
Modified 21 April 2023
Modified 19 September 2024
The Ministry of Education (MoE) is consulting on options for unique identifiers for use in administering the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) and similar research initiatives. Consultation closes on Thursday 29 August 2024.
Modified 3 March 2022
Since the Reform of Vocational Education, or RoVE, was announced by the Minister of Education Chris Hipkins earlier this month, there have been a number of announcements relating to the reforms.
Modified 28 February 2025
This update includes information about Hardship Fund for Learners (HAFL) extension; refunds to Fees Free and Targeted Training Apprenticeship Fund (TTAF) learners; Previously Completed Qualifications app; and expiring qualifications.
Modified 21 May 2025
This page sets out the qualification and programme eligibility criteria for final-year Fees Free, including what is not eligible.
