Scaffolding training transitions to Vertical Horizonz
All scaffolding apprenticeships and programmes currently managed by EarnLearn/Tai Poutini Polytechnic (TPP), will transition to Vertical Horizonz New Zealand (VHNZ) from 19 December 2025. This move follows TPP’s decision to step away from scaffolding training in 2026, and the scaffolding industry’s preference to have one training provider for New Zealand. For employers and learners right now, no action is […]
Scafit — 2023 SARNZ Conference training company of the year
For scaffolding company Scafit, investment in their people is the structure that supports the success of their whole business. Company owners Nicki and David Crowley liken it to a cheesecake. The company, which was named training company of the year at the 2023 SARNZ conference, has embraced the 70:20:10 model for learning and personal development, […]
Manaaki Fund: September 2023 – December 2023 intake now open
We are here to help our ākonga succeed. EarnLearn | Te Pūkenga is proud to offer the Manaaki Fund to assist ākonga across New Zealand in successfully completing their training. The purpose of this fund is to provide a one-off financial relief payment to ākonga. This may be used to support them during training. Successful […]
Scaffolding RCC changes
From April 2023, EarnLearn | Te Pūkenga is no longer accepting new applications for their Recognition of Current Competence (RCC) programme for scaffolding or rigging. However, if you have an existing application with EarnLearn and have been allocated to the assessor, your application will continue to be processed through to completion. EarnLearn’s focus continues to […]