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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

Prisoner Management qualifications review completed
28/01/24

Prisoner Management qualifications review completed

Toitū te Waiora has successfully concluded its review of three Prisoner Management qualifications, which have received approval and publication from NZQA. While the qualifications were...
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Proposed New Zealand micro-credential in conducting cervical screening (Level 6, 10 credits) and revision to Consent and Moderation Requirements 7
15/01/24

Proposed New Zealand micro-credential in conducting cervical screening (Level 6, 10 credits) and revision to Consent and Moderation Requirements 7

Toitū te Waiora (TTW) was approached by EIT | Te Pūkenga in September 2023 to enquire whether the WDC would consider re-packaging their existing cervical...
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Diploma Review: Advanced Diploma in Health Sciences (Naturopathy, Nutrition)
08/01/24

Diploma Review: Advanced Diploma in Health Sciences (Naturopathy, Nutrition)

Toitū te Waiora is reviewing the Advanced Diploma in Health Sciences (Naturopathy, Nutrition) (Level 7) [Ref:3727]. We’re seeking feedback on the proposals by Monday 22 January. ...
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Proposed changes to four asbestos related unit standards
11/12/23

Proposed changes to four asbestos related unit standards

Toitū te Waiora has reviewed three asbestos removal standards, following a request from WorkSafe New Zealand, and is proposing a series of changes.   We’re seeking feedback...
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Feedback sought on proposed revisions to a first aid related unit standard
10/12/23

Feedback sought on proposed revisions to a first aid related unit standard

After feedback from providers Toitū te Waiora is looking for input on proposed revisions to Unit Standard 6400 – Manage first aid in an emergency situation (Level...
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December 3 2023 was International Day of the Disabled Persons – we sat down with Council member Grant Cleland to gain some insights
03/12/23

December 3 2023 was International Day of the Disabled Persons – we sat down with Council member Grant Cleland to gain some insights

International Day of the Disabled Persons   December 3 2023 was International Day of the Disabled Persons, so we sat down with Council member Grant Cleland...
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