We have recently conducted a review of the NZ Certificate in Woolshed Skills (Level 3), the NZ Certificate in Wool Technology and Classing (Level 4) and related Level 2, 3, and 4 unit standards in wool handling.

We have been working with industry representatives and providers to ensure these qualifications are relevant and fit-for-purpose.

Have your say
We are now seeking wider industry feedback on the proposed changes to the reviewed qualification and standards.

Please see the provisional decisions and explanations here: Review of Wool Handling and Wool Classing qualifications and standards

• See the proposed new NZ Certificate here: NZ Certificate in Wool Technology and Classing Level 5

• See the proposed new micro-credential here: Manage wool preparation in a wool harvesting operation (Level 4)

• See the proposed new skill standard here: Manage wool preparation in a wool harvesting operation (Level 4)

We encourage you to review the provisional decisions and provide your responses via the link: Wool handing and wool classing qualification development project

Please make sure your feedback includes suggested changes and reasons for the changes. If we understand your reasoning, we can alter the review decisions to better meet the needs of industry and learners.

Please provide your feedback by Friday 24 October 2025.   

If you have any questions, please contact

Michelle Leuthart, Project Lead
​[email protected]