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Have your say on new skill standards for Field Hydrology
18/06/25
Have your say on new skill standards for Field Hydrology
The New Zealand Diploma in Field Hydrology (Level 5) is currently under review. As part of the process, we are happy to share the newly...
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Muka Tangata at Fieldays
09/06/25
Muka Tangata at Fieldays
We’ll be at the Fieldays Forestry Hub Thursday 12 June 2:30-3:30pm and Friday 13 June 11am – 12pm. You can have your say on 12...
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Muka Tangata conducts first skill standard pre-moderation
04/06/25
Muka Tangata conducts first skill standard pre-moderation
The Aotearoa New Zealand education system is transitioning from unit standards to skill standards.   While skill standards and unit standards fulfil essentially the same function,...
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New guidance resources for providers
29/05/25
New guidance resources for providers
We’re proud to highlight the culmination of a major collaborative effort — the development of four key guideline documents for providers.   These resources are designed...
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Front roe at the salmon hatchery
26/05/25
Front roe at the salmon hatchery
Our kaimahi recently visited a salmon hatchery (smolt) in Canterbury where they got to see the different areas of the hatchery, including where the eggs...
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HATA Conference provides valuable insights
23/05/25
HATA Conference provides valuable insights
Members of our Quality Assurance and Enhancement team recently attended the 2025 Horticulture and Agriculture Teachers’ Association (HATA) Conference, held in Methven, Canterbury. The conference...
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Interactive skills forecasting tool for the food and fibre sector
21/05/25
Interactive skills forecasting tool for the food and fibre sector
We’re happy to share the launch of a skills forecasting tool for the food and fibre sector. The tool brings together data from Stats NZ...
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Agriculture Qualifications Development Project update
13/05/25
Agriculture Qualifications Development Project update
Our Agriculture Qualifications Development Project aims to streamline the transition between training levels and enhance the transferability of skills in our agricultural workforce. Working closely...
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Pushing pause on Poultry reviews
12/05/25
Pushing pause on Poultry reviews
Recently, two Poultry qualifications came up for scheduled review. As per NZQA guidelines, every New Zealand qualification listed on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials...
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WDP Insights update – May 2025
09/05/25
WDP Insights update – May 2025
We have updated the Trends and Analysis section of each industry Workforce Development Plan with the most recent available data: Food and Fibre Workforce Development...
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Consultation on the number and coverage of Industry Skills Boards opens
28/04/25
Consultation on the number and coverage of Industry Skills Boards opens
Today TEC has commenced consultation on the number and coverage of Industry Skills Boards. The proposals also include some sectors where standards setting is proposed...
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Minister’s announcement on future of workplace learning
24/04/25
Minister’s announcement on future of workplace learning
Today the Minister for Vocational Education Hon Penny Simmons announced the future transition arrangements for workplace learning out of Te Pūkenga. The Minister’s announcement can...
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