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Pānui | Latest updates
20/05/25
New Qualification Approval: New Zealand Certificate in Long-Term Health Conditions (Level 3, 55 credits)
We are pleased to announce that NZQA has approved and listed the New Zealand Certificate in Long-Term Health Conditions (Level 3) [Ref: 5299]. Developed by...
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15/05/25
Public Health and Health Promotion Qualification Review Completed
Toitū te Waiora has successfully concluded its review of the Public Health qualification, which has received approval from NZQA. This reviewed and updated qualification reflects...
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15/05/25
Project Update: Proposed changes to the Pharmacy Technician and Assistant Qualifications
Kia ora koutou, Toitū te Waiora has concluded our initial industry consultation for the review of: New Zealand Certificate in Pharmacy (Introduction to Pharmacy Practice)...
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13/05/25
Toitū te Waiora Industry Stakeholder Survey insights to help inform transition to Industry Skills Boards (ISBs)
The latest Toitū te Waiora stakeholder survey has provided valuable insights that will be shared with the new ISBs once established on 1 January 2026. ...
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09/05/25
Public Consultation: Proposed Civil Defence Emergency Management Skill Standards
Toitū te Waiora is undertaking public consultation on draft skill standards in Emergency Management as part of the Civil Defence Emergency Management review. These standards...
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09/05/25
Update on Beauty Services Qualifications Review 2025
In 2022, Toitū te Waiora completed a scheduled review of the six beauty services qualifications. Initially, it was decided that the next review would take...
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