Skills Ignite and Skills Premier unite to become Skills Institute

This isn't just a rebrand. It's a strategic evolution that has brought together over 30 years of proven educational excellence under one unified banner.

 

A solid foundation, a brighter future

This transformation builds on everything that's made Skills Ignite and Skills Premier successful for decades. Our core mission stays strong: delivering relevant, real-world education that leads to meaningful careers. What's evolved is how we can better serve the growing needs of learners and industry partners across New Zealand.

The Skills Institute positioning is built on four key pillars:

· Continuity: The same trusted educational excellence and values our students have come to expect, now streamlined under one cohesive identity.

· Growth: Expanded course offerings and clearer pathways for professional development at every career stage.

· Future-focus: Training for careers that provide security and stability, regardless of economic conditions.

· Community: An ecosystem where every learner is known by name and genuinely supported throughout their learning journey.

People-first learning that builds real careers

We've always been people-first, but now we're taking that philosophy even further. With our expanded identity comes a broader range of courses designed to meet today's industry demands. From hospitality and emerging healthcare specialties to nail technology and essential business expertise, Skills Institute serves a wide range of dynamic business sectors.

Our expanded course offering means we can support more students, whether they're fresh out of high school, looking to advance in their current field or planning to switch careers. The goal is simple: make it easy for learners to find their perfect course fit and turn their potential into a secure, meaningful career.

Our message: Skills that won't go away

Skills Institute has launched with a new website (you’re looking at it!) and an advertising campaign that’s designed to connect with prospective learners.

Our user-friendly website makes finding and applying for relevant courses straightforward and stress-free. And our advertising campaign – digital media, radio and outdoor spaces – uses humour and relatable scenarios to highlight the irreplaceable value of human skills in essential industries.

From the personal touch needed in hairdressing to the empathy required in healthcare, Skills Institute teaches skills that technology can't replace for careers that have true longevity.

 

 

Powering up tomorrow’s workforce

This is an exciting new chapter for us, as we expand our ability to help job-focused learners across New Zealand. If you’d like to know more about this transition, please email [email protected]