We work with you

We work with apprentices, their employers and training providers to make sure people in our industries get the best possible opportunities to learn - and accelerate their careers!

We're here to:

• arrange training of the highest standards, consistently across New Zealand, for anyone who wants to advance their career in the industries we serve
• empower apprentices by providing pathways to qualifications and ongoing learning, so they can play a full and rewarding role
• attract quality people to our industries and develop a productive workforce skilled to international standards.

Here's a quick rundown of the work we do. We:

• work with the industries we serve to make sure our courses and qualifications are up-to-date and relevant
• work with employers and polytechnics to deliver practical and theory training to apprentices
• visit apprentices and employers regularly, to review progress and offer help and advice
• arrange all assessment of apprentices' achievements
• arrange for apprentices' achievements to be recorded on the National Qualifications Framework
• administer the moderation process, which makes sure assessments meet the required standards
• promote both careers and training within the industries.

For further information about our role, see our Charter page.