Archived News
Archived News
Archived News items by year.
Archived News items by year.
2025
28 April 2025
Consultation on the number and coverage of Industry Skills Boards opens
Today the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has commenced consultation on the number and coverage of Industry Skills Boards.
24 April 2025
New work-based learning model announced
The Minister for Vocational Education has announced an industry-led independent work-based learning model.
17 April 2025
Learner Success Community of Practice spotlights Employability Ecosystems
Birmingham City University in the UK share how they are using different platforms to connect with industry to improve graduate outcomes and embed employability into their curriculum.
6 March 2025
Response Framework for Educational Delivery and Performance published
We have now published our refreshed Response Framework for Educational Delivery and Performance (the Framework).
5 March 2025
2026 Plan Guidance now available
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released its Plan Guidance for providers submitting Investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2026.
25 February 2025
Tertiary ministerial delegations confirmed
The Government has confirmed responsibilities for ministers covering the tertiary sector.
4 February 2025
New implementation date for Significant Plan Amendment and Replacement Plan criteria
The Tertiary Education Commission is extending the implementation date for Significant Plan Amendments (SPA) and Replacement Plans (RP) criteria – to 1 January 2026.
16 January 2025
Learner Success Community of Practice spotlights people, culture and leadership
Auckland University of Technology (AUT), Lincoln University and Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi share how they are building learner success into the culture and operations of their organisations.
2024
20 December 2024
Changes to vocational education and training
The government has announced changes to vocational education and training (VET), and that further changes will be announced in 2025.
11 December 2024
2025 Delivery Classification Guide is now live
The 2025 Delivery Classification Guide has now been published by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC).
26 November 2024
Consultation on criteria for significant plan amendments and replacement plans has closed
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) invited feedback on the proposed criteria for significant plan amendments (SPAs) and replacement plans (RPs).
26 November 2024
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) invited feedback on the refreshed Response Framework for Educational Delivery and Performance (formerly the Performance Consequences Framework).
20 November 2024
Timing for the 2026 investment round
In early March 2025, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) will release guidance to tertiary providers on what to include in their Investment Plans from 2026.
7 November 2024
The University Advisory Group third consultation phase
The third consultation phase for the University Advisory Group (UAG) is now open and closes on Wednesday 18 December at 5pm.
29 October 2024
New appointments to TEC's Board
Tertiary Education and Skills Minister Penny Simmonds has announced two new appointments to the Tertiary Education Commission’s (TEC’s) Board.
22 October 2024
Accelerating investment to achieve tertiary success
In the first Accelerating Learner Success Fund (Tūwhitia) round, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is funding projects from Auckland University of Technology, Future Skills Academy, and a Canterbury and Victoria universities consortium aimed at supporting learners to complete tertiary qualifications.
8 October 2024
Targeted occupations for Apprenticeship Boost announced
The Government has announced the targeted occupations that are eligible for Apprenticeship Boost from 1 January 2025.
3 October 2024
Minister approves 2025 funding determinations and fee regulation settings
In July and August 2024, the Ministry of Education consulted with the sector on the funding determinations (also known as the funding mechanisms) and fee regulation settings for 2025.
18 September 2024
Learner Success Community of Practice discusses curriculum redesign for online learners
Watch learners and educators talk about their experiences on how to build success in online learning through curriculum redesign.
9 August 2024
Provider-based: extramural mode of delivery to remain
The provider-based: extramural mode of delivery will remain for 2025 and will be funded at the same rate as the provider-based mode.
1 August 2024
Vocational education reform consultation
The Minister for Tertiary Education and Skills, Penny Simmonds, today announced that the Government is consulting on a proposal to make changes to the vocational education and training (VET) system.
1 August 2024
Public consultation on the use of unique identifiers for the PBRF Quality Evaluation
The Ministry of Education (MoE) is consulting on options for unique identifiers for use in administering the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) and similar research initiatives.
11 July 2024
There’s an urgent need for an opportunity mindset to inform educational design and create a truly accessible future for all, says Minnie Baragwanath MNZM – disability advocate and possibility leadership consultant.
8 July 2024
University Advisory Group calls for submissions
The second consultation phase for the University Advisory Group (UAG) is now open and will close on Friday 30 August at 5pm.
8 July 2024
Consultation on 2025 Funding Determinations and Fee Regulations is now open
The Ministry of Education (MoE) invites sector feedback on the 2025 funding determinations and fee regulation settings.
26 June 2024
Cyber security awareness and capability continue to grow across the sector
After 18 months, the Cyber Security for the Tertiary Sector (CSTS) initiative closes on Thursday 27 June.
5 June 2024
2025 Supplementary Plan Guidance now available
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released its Supplementary Plan Guidance for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) submitting Investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2025.
30 May 2024
Literacy and Numeracy for Adults Assessment Tool – 2024 Guidelines now live
We have updated the Literacy and Numeracy for Adults Assessment Tool (LNAAT) Guidelines for 2024 to align with the updated Funding Conditions.
6 May 2024
Guided pathways foster learner success
Auckland University of Technology (AUT), University of Auckland and private training establishment (PTE) Yoobee Colleges are using guided pathways to support their learners to succeed.
3 May 2024
Disabled learners still face barriers in tertiary education
New research findings emphasise that disabled learners have inconsistent experiences in their tertiary education journeys both across and within tertiary education providers.
1 May 2024
University Advisory Group calls for submissions
The first of several consultation phases for the University Advisory Group (UAG) opens on 1 May and closes on 31 May.
30 April 2024
Final stage of 2024 strategic funding allocations for PTEs nearing completion
The 2024 PTE Strategic Fund will invest over $20 million in private training establishments (PTEs) for vocational education and training (VET) initiatives and to support innovative new provision for learners.
15 April 2024
University Advisory Group panel members named
Members of the University Advisory Group, which will provide the government with advice on New Zealand’s university system, have now been named.
27 March 2024
University Advisory Group established and PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026 cancelled
The Government has today announced the establishment of the University Advisory Group (UAG) which will consider the effectiveness of the current university system in supporting excellence in teaching and research.
19 March 2024
Using data to improve outcomes for disabled learners
The University of Otago shares their experience of using data to remove barriers and provide support for disabled learners so they can succeed in tertiary education.
11 March 2024
Sign-ups closing soon for funded education to help PTEs fight scams
There are only a few days left for New Zealand private training establishments (PTEs) to sign up to Phriendly Phishing, a fully digital, automated training and phishing simulation platform that will help PTEs and their staff fight scams.
26 February 2024
2025 Plan Guidance now available
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released its Plan Guidance for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) submitting Investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2025.
20 February 2024
Providers showcase different approaches to learner success
Te Wānanga o Aotearoa and Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington are making changes to deliver better outcomes for their learners.
12 February 2024
Free cyber security training to help PTEs spot scams
Registrations are now open for Phriendly Phishing – a new educational opportunity for Private Training Establishments (PTEs).
2023
13 December 2023
New cyber security tools and training for PTEs to tackle scammers coming soon
New tools and training that Private Training Establishments can use to educate their staff about how to prevent phishing attacks will soon be available for free through the Cyber Security for the Tertiary Sector (CSTS) initiative.
6 December 2023
2024 Delivery Classification Guide is now live
The 2024 Delivery Classification Guide has now been published by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC).
30 November 2023
Guidelines and Audit Methodology published for PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has published the TEO and Assessment Guidelines for Quality Evaluation 2026, alongside the audit methodology.
30 November 2023
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20 November 2023
Timing for the release of Investment Plan guidance
In late February 2024, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) will release guidance to tertiary providers on what to include in their Investment Plan for 2025.
15 November 2023
New resource to support Refugee-background tertiary learners to succeed
Refugee-background learners are an active but frequently overlooked learner group.
8 November 2023
PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026 - TEC in-principle decisions on draft Guidelines
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has agreed in principle to recommendations by the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Sector Reference Group on the draft TEO and Assessment Guidelines for Quality Evaluation (QE) 2026.
26 October 2023
New mode of delivery for online learning
Provider-based: asynchronous is a new mode of delivery (mode) for online and distance learning that will come into effect from 2025.
25 October 2023
Showcasing different approaches to learner success
The University of Auckland, University of Waikato, Massey University, University of Canterbury, and private training establishment (PTE) the Solomon Group talk about organisational changes they are making to deliver better outcomes for their learners.
29 September 2023
PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026 – Consultation open on Panel-Specific Guidelines
Consultation is now open on the draft Panel-Specific Guidelines for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation 2026.
14 September 2023
Register to live stream Tūwhitia! Tauira Success Symposium
Seats allocated for Tūwhitia! Tauira Success are now full, but for those who would still like to be involved, a live stream link will be made available.
5 September 2023
Partnerships are vital to improving learner success
Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi, Waihanga Ara Rau, learners from Lincoln University, and Manurewa High School talk about what they have learned through the partnerships they have with their communities to understand and deliver better outcomes for their learners.
30 August 2023
In July 2023, the Ministry of Education consulted with the sector on the funding determinations (also known as the funding mechanisms) and fee regulation settings for 2024.
28 August 2023
New careers strategy supported by communities, careers workforce and government agencies
A great milestone was achieved today with the release of the National Careers Systems Strategy.
23 August 2023
Sector insights on using data and technology to improve learner success
Massey University and the University of Canterbury talk about their experiences and what they learned from using data and technology to understand and deliver better outcomes for their learners.
23 August 2023
New fund to support learner success
The Government is supporting a new fund to remove barriers and improve opportunities for the most underserved tertiary learners.
18 August 2023
Education and Training Amendment Act 2023
The Education and Training Amendment Act 2023 has been passed by Parliament.
11 August 2023
PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026 – Consultation open on guidelines and audit methodology
Consultation is now open on the draft TEO Guidelines, Assessment Guidelines, and the revised audit methodology.
2 August 2023
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has agreed in principle to recommendations from the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) on reporting the results of Quality Evaluation 2026.
2 August 2023
Information for students on the closure of Wellpark College of Natural Therapies
This page provides information for students on the closure of Wellpark College of Natural Therapies Limited.
30 June 2023
TEC awards National Centre for Tertiary Teaching Excellence Fund to consortium of three TEOs
We have awarded the National Centre for Tertiary Teaching Excellence (NCTTE) Fund to a consortium of three tertiary education organisations (TEOs): Massey University, Te Pūkenga and Te Wānanga o Aotearoa.
28 June 2023
Appointment of Panel Members for PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026
The TEC is pleased to announce the appointment of the initial Panel Members for the Quality Evaluation 2026.
27 June 2023
Additional funding for tertiary education organisations
The Government is providing an additional $128 million to tertiary education providers, for degree level and above courses, over the next two years – $64 million in 2024 and the same in 2025.
19 June 2023
Ministry of Education consultation open to sector in June
The consultation and sector engagement on 11 funding determinations and fee regulation settings is now open and will close on 17 July 2023.
19 June 2023
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has agreed in principle to recommendations made by the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) on Technical Matters and recognising the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Quality Evaluation 2026.
7 June 2023
Supplementary Plan Guidance for 2024 is available
Supplementary Plan Guidance (SPG) is now available to support providers in developing their Investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2024.
2 June 2023
New apprenticeship code of practice introduced
An amended Code of Good Practice for NZ Apprenticeships is now available, applying to all apprentices, their employers and their tertiary education providers.
30 May 2023
TEC awards $2.3m of strategic funding for VET initiatives
A further $2.3 million in strategic funding has been allocated to 18 private training establishments (PTEs) for 20 vocational education and training (VET) initiatives.
16 May 2023
Videos show how businesses are benefiting from new vocational education system
TEC has created four short videos to help businesses understand how they and their industries can benefit as the reformed vocational education and training (VET) system gains momentum.
8 May 2023
Applications for Private Training Establishment Strategic Fund are now open
Applications for the Private Training Establishment (PTE) Strategic Fund are now open and will close on Friday 7 July 2023 to align with the Investment Round timeline. PTEs that are eligible for funding under the UFS are eligible to apply.
5 May 2023
The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on options for reporting on the results of Quality Evaluation 2026.
27 March 2023
Appointment of Panel Co-Chairs to the PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026
The TEC is pleased to announce the appointment of the Panel Co-Chairs for the Quality Evaluation 2026.
24 March 2023
The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on options for responding to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Quality Evaluation 2026.
22 March 2023
Targeted consultation open on the definition of ‘online learning’
The Ministry of Education and Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) have begun targeted consultation on a proposed definition for online and distance learning.
13 March 2023
TEC seeks proposals for the National Centre for Tertiary Teaching Excellence
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is inviting proposals from Tertiary Education Organisations (TEOs) to host the National Centre for Tertiary Teaching Excellence (the Centre) from 1 July 2023.
8 March 2023
New tools will empower your organisation to improve learner success
We want all learners to thrive and successfully complete their tertiary education. However, designing and implementing a whole-of-organisation approach to learner success is a significant commitment for tertiary education organisations (TEOs). To support in you in this endeavour, we have released two new tools.
2 March 2023
Appointment of new Co-Moderator to the Moderation Team for PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026
The TEC is pleased to announce the appointment of Emeritus Professor Kathryn McPherson (AUT) as the new Co-Moderator for the Quality Evaluation 2026.
1 March 2023
TEC to consult soon on the definition of ‘online learning’
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) will shortly begin a targeted consultation on a proposed definition of online learning.
1 March 2023
PBRF Sector Reference Group - TEC In-Principle decisions on panel assessment criteria
The TEC has agreed in principle to recommendations made by the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) on changes to panel assessment criteria in the Quality Evaluation 2026.
28 February 2023
2024 Plan Guidance is now available
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released its Plan Guidance for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) submitting Investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2024.
16 February 2023
TEC awards $13 million strategic funding to 61 PTEs for vocational education initiatives
$13 million in strategic funding was allocated to 61 private training establishments (PTEs) for 69 new vocational education and training initiatives and to support innovative new provision for learners.
13 February 2023
Literacy and Numeracy for Adults Assessment Tool – 2023 Guidelines now live
After a small-scale, targeted consultation with providers – testing clarity and key messages – we have published the LNAAT Guidelines for 2023.
2 February 2023
New resource to support care experienced tertiary learners to succeed
We want all learners to receive the support they need to enter and successfully complete their tertiary education, but for some care experienced learners the challenges they face can go unnoticed.
1 February 2023
Update from the Ministry of Education for tertiary education organisations
As you may know, to support the Auckland State of Emergency, on Monday 30 January 2023 the Secretary of Education issued a direction to keep schools, early learning services and tertiary closed for physical instruction.
1 February 2023
Applications for Te Tahua o Te Reo Kairangi are now open
Te Tahua o Te Reo Kairangi is a new off-Plan fund launched in Budget 2022.
2022
22 December 2022
Student Services Fees regulatory change
Earlier this year, the Minister of Education agreed that student services fees will be regulated through funding mechanisms instead of through Ministerial Directive from 2023 onwards.
19 December 2022
The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on detailed issues relating to Evidence Portfolio (EP) structure and submission requirements for Quality Evaluation 2026.
15 December 2022
PBRF Sector Reference Group - TEC In-Principle decisions on Individual Circumstances issues
The TEC has agreed in principle to the recommendations made by the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) on changes to issues relating to Individual Circumstances for Quality Evaluation 2026.
12 December 2022
Timing for the release of Investment Plan Guidance announced
In February 2023, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) will release guidance to tertiary education organisations (TEOs) on what to include in their Investment Plan for 2024.
25 October 2022
Call for nominations: Panel Co-Chairs and initial Panel Members for the PBRF Quality Evaluation 2026
In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation 2026, the TEC is seeking nominations for Panel Co-Chairs and initial Panel Members.
21 October 2022
Consultation begins on disability question asked at enrolment
The Tertiary Education Commission is consulting on proposed changes to the disability information collected at enrolment. We intend to update the disability enrolment question(s) to help identify and support disabled learners entering the tertiary system.
10 October 2022
Support your autistic learners to succeed with new resource
We want all learners to receive the support they need to be successful, and for some autistic people it can be hard braving the world of tertiary education.
6 October 2022
Enable tertiary learners with ADHD to succeed with new resource
We want all learners to receive the support they need to enter and successfully complete their tertiary education, but for some with ADHD it can be a challenging journey.
3 October 2022
The new face of work-based learning
One of the key pillars of the reform of vocational education (RoVE), the transfer of arranging training functions from Transitional Industry Training Organisations (TITOs) to education and training providers, is now complete.
30 September 2022
PBRF Sector Reference Group – Consultation now open on Panels Assessment Criteria
The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on issues relating to the peer review panels assessment criteria for Quality Evaluation 2026.
30 September 2022
Appointment of the Moderation Team for Quality Evaluation 2026
In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation in 2026, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is pleased to announce the appointment of the Moderation Team.
13 September 2022
TITO transitions nearing completion
The four-year structural changes underpinning the RoVE reforms are nearing completion.
13 September 2022
National Careers System Strategy – September 2022 Update
As part of our continuing engagement process, in August the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) invited stakeholders and community representatives to attend one of seven online hui...
8 September 2022
Symposium shows cross-sector commitment to equity
The University of Canterbury’s Tūwhitia! Transforming Tertiary symposium showed a cross-sector commitment to achieving equity for all learners.
12 August 2022
The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on the second set of Individual Circumstances issues for Quality Evaluation 2026.
5 August 2022
New funding rates for vocational education support learners, incentivise work-based delivery
A significant increase in funding for work-based learning, and funding to better support learners, are features of new vocational education and training (VET) funding rates for 2023 released by the Tertiary Education Commission today.
2 August 2022
Ministry of Education consultation open to sector in August
The consultation and sector engagement covers a range of areas and will close on 31 August 2022.
25 July 2022
Delaying the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation to 2026
The Minister for Education has decided to delay the next PBRF Quality Evaluation by twelve months.
18 July 2022
TEC launches 2023 PTE Strategic Fund
The 2023 PTE Strategic Fund round is open for applications.
7 July 2022
Consultation opens on tertiary fee regulation settings for 2023
The Minister of Education invites submissions on fee regulation settings for tertiary education providers in 2023.
1 July 2022
The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on Panels membership criteria and working methods for Quality Evaluation 2025.
30 June 2022
Work Connect, a personalised programme to support new migrants adapt to and successfully gain jobs in the New Zealand job market, will be ending on 30 June 2022.
27 June 2022
TEC Board approves HITO transition
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) Board approved the New Zealand Hair and Beauty Industry Training Organisation Inc.
23 June 2022
Inspire the future for National Volunteer Week
This week is Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu National Volunteer Week, a time to celebrate all the volunteers in Aotearoa New Zealand.
20 June 2022
The TEC has agreed in principle to the recommendations made by the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) on changes to research definitions and EP design for Quality Evaluation 2025.
15 June 2022
Call for nominations: Moderation team for the PBRF Quality Evaluation 2025
In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation 2025, the TEC is seeking nominations for roles within the Moderation team.
9 June 2022
TEC board member recognised in Queen’s Birthday honours
TEC Commissioner Dr Alastair MacCormick has been made a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (CNZM) in the Queen’s Birthday honours for his services to tertiary education and the community.
9 June 2022
National Careers System Strategy - June 2022 update
The work to refresh the National Careers System Strategy continues to progress well, with big steps taken in the project’s first phase: developing the current state.
8 June 2022
Supplementary Plan Guidance for 2023 is available
Supplementary Plan Guidance (SPG) is now available to support tertiary education organisations (TEOs) in developing their Investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2023.
1 June 2022
TEC Board considers further TITO transition plans
Two transitional industry training organisations (TITOs) presented their transition plans to the TEC Board yesterday.
24 May 2022
Manu Kōkiri think piece aspires to greater Māori success
Manu Kōkiri – Māori Success and Tertiary Education: Towards a Comprehensive Vision is a think piece by Taumata Aronui on the future of tertiary education.
9 May 2022
$230m Apprenticeship Boost extension to benefit around 38,000 apprentices
The Apprenticeship Boost has been extended to the end of December 2023.
6 May 2022
The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on Individual Researcher Circumstances and staff identification settings for Quality Evaluation 2025.
31 March 2022
The PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is consulting on the roles and person specifications needed for the Moderation Team for Quality Evaluation 2025.
15 March 2022
Investment Briefs for Investment in 2023 have now been released
We have now released the Investment Briefs. These briefs give tertiary education organisations (TEOs) guidance on key areas of focus for TEC.
4 March 2022
PBRF Sector Reference Group - Third consultation open
The third public consultation paper of the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is now open for feedback.
1 March 2022
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released its Plan Guidance for TEOs submitting Plans for funding from 1 January 2023.
1 March 2022
Updated Performance-Based Research Fund User Manual now available
28 February 2022
TEC Board approves Primary and Skills TITO transition plans
The TEC Board approved the transition plans of two transitional industry training organisations (TITOs), Primary ITO and The Skills Organisation Incorporated (Skills), at its meeting on 24 February.
8 February 2022
PBRF Sector Reference Group - Second consultation period closes 14 February
The opportunity to provide your feedback on the second public consultation paper of the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) closes on 14 February 2022.
2 February 2022
Virtual whakatau welcomes MITO into Te Pūkenga
Te Pūkenga hosted a virtual whakatau on 2 February to formally welcome MITO into its whānau.
2 February 2022
NZ Income Insurance Scheme consultation
Every year, more than 100,000 New Zealanders are made redundant and laid off, or have to stop working because of a health condition or disability.
26 January 2022
Update on new funding system for vocational education
Late last year, Cabinet approved the high-level design of a new single unified funding system (UFS) for vocational education and training.
21 January 2022
Qualification Development Fund
Qualification developers can apply now for Qualification Development Fund funding.
1 January 2022
MITO transitions to Te Pūkenga
MITO New Zealand (MITO) transitioned almost all of its arranging training functions, learners and employees to Te Pūkenga subsidiary Work Based Learning (WBL) on 1 January 2022.
2021
21 December 2021
Partners of New Zealanders to gain domestic tertiary student status for ILN ESOL and ACE
From 1 January 2022, partners of New Zealand citizens or residents, on specific partnership visas, can enrol as domestic tertiary students in courses funded from the Intensive Literacy and Numeracy (ILN) English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Fund or Adult Community Education (ACE) Fund.
20 December 2021
Procurement process begins for Skills Highway
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is looking to outsource the management and delivery of Skills Highway for a period of two years.
14 December 2021
Preparing for Investment in 2023 is now available
Last month we shared the changes under way to when and how TEC releases guidance to TEOs on what to include in their Investment Plans.
10 December 2021
Brendon Green (Ngāti Hikairo, Waikato Tainui, Ngāpuhi) and Dr Te Ahukaramū Charles Royal (Ngāti Raukawa, Marutūahu and Ngāpuhi) have been reappointed to Taumata Aronui, with Maru Nihoniho MNZM (Te Whānau ā Apanui, Ngāti Porou, Ngāi Tahu) stepping down from the rōpū at the end of her term in December.
10 December 2021
PBRF Sector Reference Group - Second consultation open
The second public consultation paper of the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is now open for feedback.
7 December 2021
New report highlights the success of the Direct Career Service
A 59 year-old worker who wrote her first CV is just one of many examples of the positive impact the Direct Career Service has had.
22 November 2021
ServiceIQ transition plan approved
The Service Skills Institute (trading as ServiceIQ) has had its transition plan approved by the Board of the Tertiary Education Commission.
11 November 2021
Changes to our Investment Plan Guidance
Following feedback from across the sector, we will be releasing our Investment Plan Guidance in February.
28 October 2021
MITO New Zealand (MITO) has had its transition plan approved by the Board of the Tertiary Education Commission.
6 October 2021
PBRF Sector Reference Group - First consultation paper open
The first public consultation paper of the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG) is now open for feedback.
28 September 2021
Approval process for new Managed Apprenticeships released
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released the approval process for new Managed Apprenticeships.
24 September 2021
HAFL supports Tertiary Education Organisations to provide temporary financial assistance
HAFL supports Tertiary Education Organisations to provide temporary financial assistance for currently enrolled students who are facing hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
15 September 2021
Appointment of Members of PBRF Sector Reference Group for the Quality Evaluation 2025
In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation in 2025, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is pleased to announce the membership of the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG).
8 September 2021
Boosting support for tertiary students affected by COVID-19
Today, the government announced a $20 million boost to the Hardship Fund for Learners, to be paid out to providers.
8 September 2021
Dyslexia-Friendly Quality Mark to help remove barriers to learning
The Dyslexia-Friendly Quality Mark (DFQM) is an initiative to help neurodiverse learners know that an organisation is a safe place for them, where they understand and meet their needs.
2 September 2021
First workforce development council chief executive appointed
Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council today announced the appointment of Philip Aldridge as Chief Executive.
1 September 2021
The Minister of Education has confirmed tertiary fee regulation settings for 2022
Following consultation, the Minister of Education has confirmed fee regulation settings for tertiary education providers in 2022.
31 August 2021
Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure WDC elects co-chairs
Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council has confirmed the election of John Chapman (Tuwharetoa, Whakatohea, Te Whanau Apanui) and Elena Trout as co-chairs of the Council.
20 July 2021
Minister of Education consults on tertiary fee regulation settings for 2022
The Minister of Education Hon Chris Hipkins invites submissions on fee regulation settings for tertiary education providers in 2022.
16 July 2021
New code of practice for pastoral care of tertiary, international students released
Today, the Government released a new code of practice for the pastoral care of tertiary and international learners, to take effect by 1 January 2022, as required under the Education and Training Act 2020.
15 July 2021
PBRF Sector Reference Group for the Quality Evaluation 2025: call for member nominations
In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation in 2025, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is pleased to announce that we are now inviting nominations for Sector Reference Group (SRG) membership.
7 July 2021
Induction event to kickstart industry leadership in future skills development
A two-day induction event kicks off today for 54 industry leaders and innovators who will play a vital role in ensuring New Zealand’s vocational education system is fit for the needs of today – and tomorrow.
6 July 2021
Appointment of Co-chairs of PBRF Sector Reference Group for the Quality Evaluation 2025
In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation in 2025, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Wiremu Doherty (Tūhoe, Ngāti Awa) and Professor Wendy Larner as Co-chairs of the PBRF Sector Reference Group (SRG).
1 July 2021
Performance-Based Research Fund improvements
Today, the Government announced changes to strengthen and build on the successes of the Performance-Based Research Fund.
11 June 2021
Today, legislation came into effect that gives manufacturing, engineering and logistics industry stakeholders a guaranteed platform for shaping the future of vocational education.
4 June 2021
Release of Supplementary Plan Guidance
We have published the Supplementary Plan Guidance to support tertiary education organisations (TEOs) with added information to develop their new investment Plans for funding from 2022.
31 May 2021
Inspiring the Future launched for all primary and intermediate schools
Education Minister Chris Hipkins launched the Inspiring the Future national programme at Avalon Intermediate, Lower Hutt.
14 May 2021
The Orders in Council for the WDCs
The Reforms of Vocational Education (RoVE) have taken another significant step with the passing and gazetting of the Orders in Council that will lead to the formal establishment of six Workforce Development Councils (WDCs).
30 April 2021
Simplifying New Zealand qualifications and other credentials
Today, the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) is leading formal consultation on proposals to simplify New Zealand qualifications and other credentials, and is seeking feedback.
14 April 2021
In preparation for the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) Quality Evaluation in 2025, the TEC is seeking expressions of interest for Co-chairs of the sector reference group (SRG).
8 April 2021
Proposed tertiary student wellbeing and safety changes open for consultation
The Ministry of Education is inviting feedback on a package of changes to help improve the wellbeing and safety for all tertiary and international learners.
31 March 2021
Council member Expressions of Interest for Workforce Development Councils now open
We are working to establish six new Workforce Development Councils, which will enable industry to have a greater leadership role in vocational education.
29 March 2021
TEC launches new system to enhance its customer contact service
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) today launched a modern, industry-standard contact centre technology platform to deliver an improved customer experience.
9 March 2021
Lead the future of workforce development for Aotearoa
Be part of the work to establish the industry leading voice in vocational education.
2 March 2021
Top 10 most popular jobs of 2020
The top 10 most searched jobs on careers.govt.nz in 2020 have a strong focus on service roles.
26 February 2021
Investment Toolkit updated with new tools
New and updated information, products and templates have been added to the Investment Toolkit for the upcoming Investment Round for 2022 funding.
19 February 2021
Change of Chair for the Service Industries Interim Establishment Board
The Reform of Vocational Education Programme (RoVE) has announced that Alastair Carruthers has stepped down from his role as the Chair of the Services interim Establishment Board (iEB) effective from the 10 February 2021...
12 February 2021
Introducing TEC Pūrongo-ā-tau – Annual Report for year end 30 June 2020
Our Pῡrongo-ā-tau – Annual Report is a review of our financial and non-financial performance against our strategic intentions and priorities for the year ended 30 June 2020.
4 February 2021
Knowing your learners better leads to learner success
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released Analysing Student Data: Ōritetanga Learner Analytics Ethics Framework to support tertiary education organisations (TEOs) when dealing with data to inform learner success initiatives.
26 January 2021
Programmes under new TTAF target areas announced
The expanded TTAF target areas now include conservation and information technology.
22 January 2021
There’s still time to kōrero mai - have your say
Consultation on the foundation documents that will formally establish Workforce Development Councils (WDCs) as legal entities is closing on Friday 5 February 2021.
20 January 2021
Updated application form for New Zealand Apprenticeships
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has updated the New Zealand Apprenticeship (NZA) application form.
Tertiary Education Commission Board Member Dr Wayne Ngata, has received the Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) for service to Māori and education in the 2021 New Year Honours.
2020
18 December 2020
More study areas included in free vocational education
The Government has expanded the target areas of the Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund (TTAF) to include conservation, information technology and additional community support skills.
16 December 2020
Plan guidance released for funding from 2022
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released its Plan Guidance for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) submitting new Plans for funding from 1 January 2022.
Have your say as part of the formation of industry-led Workforce Development Councils
Consultation opens for feedback on Orders in Council proposals.
14 December 2020
Information for students on closure of L3 Airline Academy
Private training establishment (PTE) L3 Airline Academy has confirmed with the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) that it intends to close its operations on 5 February 2021 due to the effects of COVID-19.
1 December 2020
Applying for exception to fee limit on micro-credentials
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has opened the 2021 micro-credential fee limit exception process and the application form is now available.
20 November 2020
New campaign to raise the profile of Vocational Education and Training announced
Campaign comes as apprentice and trainee numbers jump.
19 November 2020
Interest in apprenticeships increasing as free trades training starts
Being an apprentice and training in trades have become so much more attractive.
6 November 2020
Fees Free eligibility tool now ready
Learners can now check whether or not they are eligible for Fees Free in 2021.
4 November 2020
Approval process for new Managed Apprenticeships released
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has released the approval process for new Managed Apprenticeships.
28 October 2020
Qualification Development Fund
Qualification developers can apply now for Qualification Development Fund funding.
27 October 2020
Annual Maximum Fee Movement (AMFM) for 2021
After reviewing the submissions received in consultation, the Minister of Education has determined that from 1 January 2021 the AMFM ...
23 October 2020
Funding guarantee for providers who under-deliver due to COVID-19
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is not recovering some funding from tertiary education providers who under-deliver in 2020 due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
19 October 2020
New free career advice service available nationwide
An over-the-phone service offering free personalised career guidance from qualified professionals is now available from the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) in partnership with the Career Development Association of New Zealand (CDANZ).
9 October 2020
Research excellence supported with $373m in long term funding
Ten university research programmes have been chosen to share $373.5 million in long term funding as Centres of Research Excellence (CoREs), the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has announced.
6 October 2020
University of Waikato wins award for learner success innovation
The University of Waikato has received a 2020 CAUDIT award in recognition of their use of data sets to improve student success.
22 September 2020
Education Minister confirms tertiary education fee regulation settings for 2021
Following consultation, the Minister of Education has confirmed fee regulation settings for tertiary education providers in 2021.
7 September 2020
Help inspire young people about the world of opportunity
Inspiring the Future provides students with a broader view of career options and future work possibilities. The programme aims to help raise New Zealanders' education level and their skills and aspirations to meet the demands of work now and in the future.
4 September 2020
Applications for ESOL Provision by English language schools
English language schools struggling as a result of the border closure to international students can now apply for funding from the Private Training Establishment (PTE) English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Provision Fund.
3 September 2020
Today the Education Minister Chris Hipkins announced that two successful groups have been confirmed to establish the first two Centres of Vocational Excellence (CoVEs) – a Primary Sector CoVE and a Construction CoVE.
1 September 2020
New resources to support online teaching practice
The webinar video series hosted by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) to enhance online teaching practice and meet the requirements of tertiary learners is now available.
31 August 2020
Fund for PTEs in financial difficulty due to COVID-19 open for application
Private Training Establishments (PTEs) facing difficulties because of the impacts of COVID-19 can now apply for funding from the Private Training Establishment (PTE) Targeted Assistance Fund (TAF).
11 August 2020
GTS Fund will help avert shortage of electricians
The Electrical Training Company (Etco) says the Group Training Scheme (GTS) Fund announced by Government last month will help avert a looming shortage of electricians in the country.
Te Pūkenga (NZIST) head office going to Wintec
Te Pūkenga (NZIST) has announced today that their head office will be located on Wintec’s campus in Hamilton.
10 August 2020
New jobs and training website Connected goes live
The Government has today announced the launch of a new online, phone and onsite service in response to the economic impact of COVID-19, creating a substantial range of initiatives to help businesses and individuals in need.
5 August 2020
WDC design process at halfway point
The Workforce Development Councils (WDCs) design process has just reached its halfway mark and so far the results are encouraging.
Financial boost for apprentices and their employers
Beginning this month, apprentices and their employers will start receiving much needed support through the Apprenticeship Boost Scheme.
30 July 2020
Minister of Education consults on tertiary fee regulation settings for 2021
The Minister of Education invites submissions on fee regulation settings for tertiary education providers in 2021.
27 July 2020
International education recovery plan announced
The Minister of Education Hon Chris Hipkins has announced a long-term recovery plan for the international education sector.
21 July 2020
New Pacific Education Action Plan released
A new Action Plan for Pacific Education 2020-2030 will ensure Pacific learners and their families are safe, valued, and equipped to achieve their education aspirations.
Refreshed Ka Hikitia and Tau Mai Te Reo strategies released
Ka Hikitia is the Māori Education Strategy, and Tau Mai Te Reo is the Māori Language in Education Strategy.
13 July 2020
Funding support of $25 million for tertiary student wellbeing
The Government has announced $25 million in new funding to expand front line mental health and wellbeing services for tertiary students.
30 June 2020
Release of Supplementary Plan Guidance
We have published the Supplementary Plan Guidance to support tertiary education organisations (TEOs) with added information to develop their new investment Plans for funding from 1 January 2021.
Introducing the TEC Statement of Performance Expectations 2020/21
We are committed to shaping a dynamic system that delivers lifelong learning and equips learners, communities and employers for success.
Technology access fund for learners hits the right spot
A tertiary provider has described the Technology Access Fund for Learners (TAFL) as ‘exceedingly helpful’ to keep learners engaged in the wake of the COVID-19 lockdown.
26 June 2020
TEC welcomes guilty verdict against individual who made false representation to access Fees Free
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) welcomed the North Shore District Court’s decision finding an individual guilty of making a false representation to access Fees Free tertiary education.
25 June 2020
TEC selects six boards to form Workforce Development Councils
Following a successful Expression of Interest (EoI) process, with 249 applications, a strong group of interim Establishment Board (iEB) members has been selected and will start work on the formation of all six WDCs.
17 June 2020
New fund to keep apprentices in work
The government has announced a $380.6 million initiative to help keep apprentices in work.
2 June 2020
Information for students on closure of Auckland Hotel and Chefs Training School
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has been informed that the Auckland Hotel and Chefs Training School (AHCTS) has decided to close on 26 June 2020 due to the impacts of COVID-19 on its viability.
Release of initial list of supported training to aid COVID-19 recovery
Education Minister Hon Chris Hipkins has announced the targeted areas in the new Targeted Training and Apprenticeships Fund (TTAF), which supports learners of all ages to undertake vocational education and training without fees.
22 May 2020
TEC and Te Wānanga o Aotearoa renew commitment to partnership
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWoA) have renewed their commitment to work together in a partnership that is based upon Te Tiriti o Waitangi and focused on learners across Aotearoa.
14 May 2020
Workforce Development Councils to play key role in COVID-19 recovery
Today’s Government Budget announcement involves a big step forward for the vocational education and training system, ...
Budget 2020: significant investment in training and education
The first stage of Budget 2020 announced on 14 May allocates significant investment in education.
2 May 2020
Government announces $20 million technology access fund for tertiary learners
Education Minister Hon Chris Hipkins today announced a $20 million fund to help eligible tertiary learners continue their education disrupted by COVID-19.
29 April 2020
Resources to support your move to online teaching
We have gathered resources from New Zealand, Australia and the rest of the world that may be of help to your organisation as you move to online delivery.
17 April 2020
WDC Design Group excited about the future of Vocational Education
The Workforce Development Council Design Group’s first session, held online on Friday 3 April, 2020 ...
2 April 2020
A new era for vocational education
Aotearoa is taking an important step towards a brighter future and a stronger, more sustainable vocational education system ...
1 April 2020
TEC advice to Tertiary Education Organisations
TEC Chief Executive Tim Fowler has written to all TEC-funded Tertiary Education Organisations ...
23 March 2020
Latest: COVID-19 update for tertiary education organisations
Updated Covid 19 information for tertiary education organisations (TEOs).
10 March 2020
Expression of Interest delivers diverse WDC design members
Expressions of Interest (EoI) closed for the Workforce Development Council (WDC) design process on Monday 24 February 2020 ...
28 February 2020
Investment Toolkit updated with new tools
New and updated information, products and templates have been added to the Investment Toolkit for the 2020 Plan round.
21 February 2020
Launch of Drawing the Future research report
We held a national survey for Drawing the Future in October 2019, where students in Years 3-to-8 were asked to draw a job they want to do when they grow up.
20 February 2020
Third reading of the RoVE Bill marks important milestone
The third reading of the Vocational Education and Training Reform Bill on Wednesday 19 February 2020 is a key milestone for the Reform of Vocational Education (RoVE) ...
12 February 2020
Jenn Bestwick has been announced as the new TEC board chair.
3 February 2020
Coronavirus information for tertiary students and trainees in New Zealand
For the most up to date information, visit our COVID-19 (coronavirus) information page.
30 January 2020
Preferred name for new national institute revealed
The Institute of Skills and Technology Establishment Board has issued a media release on the preferred name of the new national institute which begins operation on 1 April 2020.
2019
20 December 2019
A week of announcements for the Reform of Vocational Education
This week, Education Minister Chris Hipkins announced further progress on the Reform of Vocational Education (RoVE) ...
9 December 2019
Release of Plan Guidance – for TEOs submitting new Plans for funding from 1 January 2021
The Plan Guidance for the new investment round has been released.
14 November 2019
Introducing TEC Pūrongo-ā-tau – Annual Report for year end 30 June 2019
Our Pῡrongo-ā-tau – Annual Report is a review of our financial and non-financial performance against our strategic intentions and priorities for the year ended 30 June 2019.
30 October 2019
Eligibility check for Fees Free 2020 now live
Tertiary education organisations (TEOs) can now direct new learners to the Fees Free website to check their eligibility for Fees Free in 2020.
29 October 2019
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has launched a food and fibre careers hub on its careers.govt.nz website to promote the diversity of career opportunities in our essential food and fibre sectors.
Drawing the Future launched in New Zealand schools
Education Minister Chris Hipkins, along with TEC CE Tim Fowler, launched the Drawing the Future initiative recently at Porirua East School, Wellington.
17 October 2019
My Allocations and Payments goes live
My Allocations and Payments was successfully launched on 14 October, and is now available to use on Ngā Kete.
14 October 2019
Minister announces new pastoral care Code of Practice for tertiary organisations
Following the recent tragedy at a hall of residence at the University of Canterbury, the Minister of Education, Chris Hipkins, has taken urgent action to address pastoral care concerns in the tertiary sector.
26 September 2019
Student accommodation services
In the wake of the recent tragic event at the University of Canterbury, the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) wishes to encourage students in accommodation services ...
23 September 2019
Stakeholder engagement on the Reform of Vocational Education
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and the Ministry of Education have launched a large-scale engagement programme to initiate conversations with stakeholders ...
Changes to 2020 Funding Letters
The TEC is making some useful changes to how it provides TEOs with the conditions we attach to funding.
Annual Maximum Fee Movement (AMFM) for 2020
After reviewing the submissions received in consultation, the Minister of Education has determined ...
17 September 2019
New Zealanders asked to shape tertiary education priorities
Education Minister Chris Hipkins is encouraging New Zealanders to have their say on the future of education – from early childhood to tertiary and beyond -
New Ministerial Direction on compulsory student services fees
Following recent consultation, the Minister of Education has issued a new Ministerial Direction on Compulsory Student Services Fees (CSSFs).
27 August 2019
Update on the Reform of Vocational Education
Since the Reform of Vocational Education, or RoVE, was announced by the Minister of Education Chris Hipkins earlier this month, there have been a number of announcements relating to the reforms.
26 August 2019
My Allocations and Payments is a new self-service information product that we will launch on Ngā Kete in October 2019.
22 August 2019
Qualification Development Fund
Qualification developers can apply now for Qualification Development Fund funding.
20 August 2019
Police officer, psychologist, top job searches
There’s a strong theme of supporting and caring for New Zealanders in the latest search data from the Careers.govt.nz website.
1 August 2019
Government announces new vision for vocational education
The Minister has today announced the decision to proceed with the proposals on the Reform of Vocational Education ...
25 July 2019
Centres of Research Excellence (CoREs) next funding round to open
The 2019/20 funding round for Centres of Research Excellence (CoREs) will open soon, the Tertiary Education Commission announced today.
19 July 2019
TEC takes action on false declarations
The Tertiary Education Commission is laying charges under section 292A of the Education Act 1989 against three individuals for making a false representation ...
18 July 2019
Consultation on AMFM rate for 2020
The Minister of Education is proposing an Annual Maximum Fee Movement (AMFM) rate of 2 percent for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) for 2020.
11 July 2019
Education performance indicators published
Every year we publish educational performance indicators (EPIs) for each tertiary education organisation (TEO) we fund.
5 July 2019
Introducing the TEC Statement of Intent and Statement of Performance Expectations
We are committed to making a positive difference to the prosperity and wellbeing of all New Zealanders through tertiary education and careers services.
25 June 2019
Updates to funds management and payments processes
As part of our commitment to delivering effective and efficient service and support to TEOs, we've made some changes to provide more consistency and accountability to the way we work.
20 June 2019
New appointments to TEC’s Board of Commissioners
Education Minister Chris Hipkins has appointed two new commissioners to the TEC Board, both for three-year terms.
17 June 2019
Three micro-credentials receive funding
Education Minister Chris Hipkins has announced three micro-credentials will receive funding from the Government ...
14 June 2019
New and current ITO training agreements
Chief Executive Tim Fowler has written to all Industry Training Organisations (ITO) to confirm current or new training agreements will be honoured for the duration of the training period ...
12 June 2019
Minister releases results of first year of Fees Free policy
Education Minister Chris Hipkins has announced the results from the first year of the Fees Free policy.
7 June 2019
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has launched a construction hub on its popular careers.govt.nz website to attract more people to the growing sector.
4 June 2019
2020 Indicative Allocations and updates to the Investment Toolkit
Indicative Allocation Letters have been provisioned to tertiary education organisations (TEO) Workspaces today.
31 May 2019
Budget 2019 and tertiary education
Budget 2019 has been announced and holds positive news for tertiary education.
30 May 2019
Budget 2019 has been announced and holds positive news for tertiary education.
20 May 2019
Update on the Reform of Vocational Education (RoVE)
The official consultation period for the Reform of Vocational Education has now closed.
20 May 2019
PBRF: 2018 Quality Evaluation interim results released
On 30 April, we published the interim results of the 2018 Quality Evaluation, a major component of the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF).
9 May 2019
Ministry of Education compulsory student services fees consultation
The Ministry of Education invites students and tertiary providers to have their say and give feedback on a minor update to the compulsory student services fees (CSSF) Ministerial Direction.
30 April 2019
Research in New Zealand continues to strengthen and enlighten
The Quality Evaluation is one of the country’s biggest research assessments and equates to approximately 55 percent of the Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF), totaling over $1 billion for a six-year period.
23 April 2019
Being a police officer still tops the list of job searches into 2019
While a career as a police officer remains at the top of the table for most searched for jobs on careers.govt.nz, other careers have appeared on the ladder this quarter.
5 April 2019
RoVE consultation period comes to an end
The consultation period for the Reform of Vocational Education (RoVE) proposals closed on 5 April 2019.
2 April 2019
Meeting the demands of work, now and in the future
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) commissioned research to help us understand the skills needs, preferences and demands of employers in New Zealand so that we can improve how we match skills in the future.
29 March 2019
Investment Toolkit updated with further information to support the 2019 Investment Round
On 15 March 2019 we released new information and products in the Investment Toolkit.
20 March 2019
Public consultation on the Reform of Vocational Education
On 13 February 2019 the Minister of Education launched the public consultation on the Government’s proposals for the Reform of Vocational Education.
18 March 2019
Message from the Tertiary Education Commission
Our thoughts are with the Muslim community, the students and staff at tertiary education organisations, and all the people of Christchurch at this time.
Communities have their say on vocational education
Consultation and engagement with communities on the Reform of Vocational Education continues this month across New Zealand.
11 March 2019
Investment Toolkit updated with new tools
New and updated information, products and templates have been added to the Investment Toolkit.
27 February 2019
Reform of Vocational Education - have your say face-to-face
Meetings and events are underway throughout New Zealand on the Government’s Reform of Vocational Education proposals, says TEC Chief Executive Tim Fowler.
5 February 2019
Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) to take over Telford campus of Taratahi
Education Minister Chris Hipkins has agreed to a proposal from the Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) to take over the Telford campus of the Taratahi Agricultural Centre.
31 January 2019
Micro-credentials funding approval guidelines available
Information for tertiary education organisations (TEOs) seeking funding approval for micro-credentials is now available. This includes guidelines for developing applications.
17 January 2019
Information for Taratahi students, including Telford students
Taratahi Institute of Agriculture (Taratahi) went into interim liquidation at the end of 2018.
8 January 2019
Top 10 most popular careers in 2018
The most popular career this year was police officer, according to the most searched for jobs on careers.govt.nz in 2018.
2018
10 October 2018
Commissioner appointed at Whitireia and WelTec
Acting Education Minister Tracey Martin has confirmed the appointment of a Commissioner at Whitireia and WelTec.
18 September 2018
Preliminary decision to appoint a commissioner to Whitireia/WelTec
The Education Minister Chris Hipkins has made a preliminary decision to appoint a commissioner to Whitireia and WelTec.
28 February 2018
Tai Poutini Polytechnic investigation released
The West Coast’s Tai Poutini Polytechnic failed to deliver enough training hours across a range of courses between 2010 and 2015, an investigation by the Tertiary Education Commission (the TEC) released today shows.
17 January 2018
BEST Pacific Institute of Education breached funding conditions and Education Act
The failed BEST Pacific Institute of Education in Auckland filed incorrect student information and under-delivered on its training promises, an investigation report released today by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) shows.
2017
20 December 2017
Quantum investigation shows manipulation maximised earnings
An investigation report released today into the now defunct Quantum Education Group shows it deliberately took advantage of reporting procedures to enable the business to keep millions of dollars in student fees.
6 October 2017
Approximately $125,000 repaid after investigation into former EnterpriseMIT
The owners of the now-closed EnterpriseMIT have repaid $125,518 after the former subsidiary of Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) failed to properly check whether students in its programmes had already completed similar learning.
20 September 2017
College of Natural Health and Homeopathy repays funds after self-identifying issues
The College of Natural Health and Homeopathy (CNHH) has repaid $420,426 (GST exclusive) to the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) after they discovered they had been making incorrect funding claims to the TEC.
2016
19 October 2016
TEC monitoring of Lincoln University sees $1.5 million repaid to the Crown
Lincoln University has repaid $1.5 million (GST exclusive) to the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) after an independent investigation.
15 September 2016
Four reviews into Tertiary Education Organisations released
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) has today released four reviews that were initiated after a new approach to data analysis was introduced last year.
23 June 2016
Breach means training provider must repay $1.47 million
The New Zealand School of Outdoor Studies is to repay $1.47 million (GST-exclusive) to the Tertiary Education Commission (the TEC) following an investigation.
12 May 2016
TEC confirms two investigations
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) today confirmed it has commissioned investigations at Lincoln University’s Telford Division and at Tai Poutini Polytechnic.
2015
23 October 2015
Training provider in breach of funding conditions told to repay TEC $6.2 million
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) says Agribusiness Training Ltd has been told to repay $6.24 million after an independent investigation found it had failed to deliver some vocational education.
7 September 2015
Breach means training provider must repay $7.5 million
Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre (Taratahi) is to repay $7.5 million (GST-exclusive) to the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) after an independent investigation.
2 July 2015
Investment in tertiary education well monitored
Oversight of the Government’s $2.8 billion investment in tertiary education is sound, an independent review says.
2014
11 November 2014
Investigation at Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki completed
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) have completed an investigation into practices at the Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT).
1 October 2014
Investigation at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi completed
The Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) and the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) have completed an investigation into practices at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi (TWWOA).