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Working with industry to

Improve the community, health, education and social services workforce in Aotearoa

We’re proud of the difference our sectors make to Aotearoa – a workforce that is
the social and economic backbone of our communities.

19%

Of Aotearoa's total workforce

14%

Contribution to Aotearoa's GDP in 2022

12

Qualification reviews completed in 2023

Working in partnership to review and develop qualifications and standards

Discover our completed and upcoming work as we work with others to improve qualifications and standards

Pānui | Latest updates

Project Update: Civil Defence Emergency Management
29/11/24

Project Update: Civil Defence Emergency Management

We are pleased to announce that initial industry consultation for the review of standards in this sector has concluded. You are now invited to give...
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Manage first aid in an emergency situation (micro-credential)
27/11/24

Manage first aid in an emergency situation (micro-credential)

Level 3, 5 credits Toitū te Waiora is pleased to announce that its first aid micro-credential Manage first aid in an emergency situation (Micro-Credential) has...
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Proposed new qualification: New Zealand Diploma in Education Support (Primary) Level 5 
07/11/24

Proposed new qualification: New Zealand Diploma in Education Support (Primary) Level 5 

Toitū te Waiora is seeking feedback on a proposed new qualification – the New Zealand Diploma in Education Support (Primary) Level 5. This qualification aims...
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Proposed Changes to Level 4 Health and Wellbeing Qualifications
01/11/24

Proposed Changes to Level 4 Health and Wellbeing Qualifications

Toitū te Waiora are pleased to announce that we have concluded our initial industry consultation for the review of five Level 4 Health and Wellbeing...
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Proposed changes to Unit Standard – Describe communication and correct use of de-escalation approaches in mental health and addiction services (Level 4) (27081) 
30/09/24

Proposed changes to Unit Standard – Describe communication and correct use of de-escalation approaches in mental health and addiction services (Level 4) (27081) 

Proposed changes to Unit Standard – Describe communication and correct use of de-escalation approaches in mental health and addiction services (Level 4) (27081)  Following a...
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FASD Symposium 2024: Recognising qualifications
26/09/24

FASD Symposium 2024: Recognising qualifications

Toitū Te Waiora is making significant strides in addressing the challenges associated with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Recently, Toitū Te Waiora received recognition from...
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