Northland youth learn key job skills while supporting their community
Six new learners in the Far North have taken up the opportunity to support their local community by training to install residential water tanks through a unique programme. EarnLearn is thrilled to be a part of the programme, set up by Te Aupōuri Iwi Development Trust, and Te Hiku Iwi Development Trust (THIDT), which, through […]
Final-year Fees Free update
The Government has announced that Fees Free for the first year of study or training will finish at the end of 2024. A final-year Fees Free policy will replace it, starting from 1 January 2025. If you are a first-time tertiary learner in 2025, you may be able to get Fees Free for your […]
New Quarter 4 PGD Block Course Schedule available
The new Quarter 4 PGD Block Course schedule has been published here. Information correct as at 2 August 2024.
Vocational Education and Training Review
Industry training in New Zealand plays a crucial role in developing a skilled workforce and ensuring that people are equipped with the knowledge and competencies necessary to meet the demands of various industries. The government is currently reviewing the structure of the vocational education and training sector. Hon. Penny Simmonds, Minister for Tertiary Education and […]
Education changing lives in Far North
A trade training initiative in the Far North / Te Hiku o te Ika (Far North / Te Hiku) is giving local youth job opportunities while supporting their local community by installing brand new water tanks. Check out the video: Tupu Plumbing was set up as a training and employment programme based in Kaitaia by […]
Changes to the Fees Free programme in 2025 – What this means for you
The Government has announced a new Fees Free programme for the final year of training. This will replace the current first-year Fees Free programme which will finish at the end of 2024. The new programme will be available for fees covering the final year of training for learning from 1 January 2025. Learners entering their […]