Modified 5 June 2025
This page sets out the value and importance of being a member of a tertiary education institution (TEI) council. It tells you how you can be appointed and what skills and experience you need.
https://www.tec.govt.nz/teo/working-with-teos/tei/governance/become-a-council-member
Modified 13 October 2022
As part of our commitment to delivering effective and efficient service and support to TEOs, we've made some changes to provide more consistency and accountability to the way we work.
Modified 3 August 2023
https://www.tec.govt.nz/news-and-consultations/archived-news/taumata-aronui-reappointments
Modified 18 December 2024
The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) is the custodian of the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework. NZQA is responsible for ensuring that New Zealand qualifications are trusted and serve the needs of learners and industry.
Modified 28 February 2025
This update includes information about Fees free false statutory declarations; gender reporting options in the Single Data Return (SDR); and a quick note on Recognised Prior Learning (RPL).
Modified 17 June 2024
Māori and Pasifika Trades Training (MPTT) funding provides fees-free pre-trades training for Māori and Pasifika learners aged 16 to 40 years of age to progress to relevant trades or trades-related employment or further training (including New Zealand Apprenticeships).
Modified 21 March 2025
These job profiles, developed by Workbase, describe the main literacy and numeracy tasks in various jobs and how frequently they are used.
Modified 30 March 2020
Meetings and events are underway throughout New Zealand on the Government’s Reform of Vocational Education proposals, says TEC Chief Executive Tim Fowler.
https://www.tec.govt.nz/news-and-consultations/archived-news/reform-of-vocational-education
Modified 19 February 2025
Read the Tertiary Education Commission's (TEC's) Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2024.
https://www.tec.govt.nz/about-us/corporate-publications/tec-annual-report-2023-2024
Modified 17 July 2025
This page explains the establishment of new Industry Skills Boards (ISBs), how to apply to become a board member, and the role of Establishment Advisory Groups in preparing for the ISBs’ launch in January 2026.
