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Qualifications
The New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF) is a comprehensive list of all quality assured qualifications in New Zealand. NZQA quality assures all New Zealand Certificates, New Zealand Diplomas, New Zealand Degrees and the New Zealand Diploma in Business.
The transfer of qualifications from Transitional ITOs to Workforce Development Councils
On the 4th October 2021 qualifications were transferred from Transitional ITOs to Workforce Development Councils.
The NZQF has been updated to reflect the current owner of the qualification.
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NZQA-led qualification reviews and developments
This page is about reviews and developments facilitated by NZQA Ngā Poutou Aromatawai Māori. Read more
NZQA qualification materials and resources
Support material and resources are available for the following areas.
Business | Foundation and Bridging |
Information Technology and Computing | Early Childhood Education |
Social Skills | English Language |
Teacher Education |
National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA)
New Zealand's National Certificates of Educational Achievement (NCEA) levels 1 - 3 are national qualifications for senior secondary school students. Read more »
Changes to titles of qualifications
Titles of some qualifications listed on the NZQF are changing. Read more »
Degrees and related qualifications
Further information on qualification types at degree level is available. Read more »
Trade qualifications
In the past, NZQA administered many trade and advanced trade certificate qualifications. See Trade qualifications for more information.
New Zealand Diploma in Business (expired)
The New Zealand Diploma in Business (NZDipBus) was a nationally recognised qualification, which expired 31 December 2020. Read more >>