Reviewing New Zealand qualifications listed on the NZQCF

Information about qualification reviews and links to guidelines, rules and the review schedule

Each New Zealand qualification listed on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF) at Levels 1 to 7 must be periodically reviewed.

Periodic reviews ensure that qualifications remain relevant, fit for purpose and continue to meet the needs of the learners, industry and stakeholders.

Qualification reviews are part of the lifecycle of a qualification. They ensure that the purpose and graduate profile are clear, meet the needs of end users and guide programme owners.

Guidelines for qualification reviews

The NZQA guidelines that apply are the:

Guidelines for listing New Zealand Certificates at Levels 1-6 and New Zealand Diplomas at Levels 5-7 on the NZQCF

The guidelines give information on:

  • how to make an application
  • what documentation NZQA needs
  • the criteria that applications need to meet.

They also detail how we make decisions about the applications associated with the qualification review.

Qualification listing rules

These rules are made under section 452 of the Education and Training Act 2020.

Qualification and Micro-credential Listing and Operational Rules 2022

Schedule of qualification reviews

We publish a schedule of qualification reviews, organised by the year of the review.

Go to the qualification review schedule

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