Choose a vocation for a better future

Vocational education and training gives you skills that can lead to an exciting new career direction.

You can choose from hundreds of study and training options in fields like viticulture, aged care and mechanical engineering.

There are many ways to study or train towards nationally recognised qualifications in your chosen field.

These include classroom-based study, learning from home and earning while you learn with an apprenticeship. 

• Te Pūkenga website - information about study and training options

As an employer, vocational education and training can energise your business, future-proof your workplace and contribute to a healthy national workforce.

Taking on trainees and apprentices can get you loyal, enthusiastic employees who are invested in the success of your business. 

Financial support is available. This includes Apprenticeship Boost, which offers monthly payments to help you keep your apprentices and take on new ones.

• Work and Income website - information about Apprenticeship Boost

• Choose a vocation for a better future