What is NZQA Category 1 status?
Category 1 is the highest quality rating NZQA can award to education providers. It means NZQA has high confidence in our educational performance, self-assessment capabilities and capacity for ongoing improvement. This rating is only given to providers who demonstrate excellent educational delivery, strong student outcomes and robust quality assurance processes.
How does this benefit me as a student?
Your qualification from a Category 1 provider carries significant weight with employers and other education institutions. It demonstrates you've received training that meets the highest national standards for quality and relevance. Employers recognise this as a mark of excellence, giving you a competitive advantage in the job market. The rating also ensures your qualification will be recognised if you choose to pursue further study.
How often is this rating reviewed?
NZQA continuously monitors all education providers through regular reporting and conducts comprehensive evaluations to ensure Category 1 providers maintain their high standards. Our rating reflects our ongoing commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in all aspects of our educational delivery.
What makes Skills Institute different from other providers?
Combined with our 30+ years of industry experience and the merger of Skills Ignite and Skills Premier, our Category 1 rating proves we consistently deliver results. We maintain strong employment outcomes for graduates, continuous industry partnerships that keep our training current, and a track record of success that spans over three decades.
Are all courses at Skills Institute NZQA approved?
Yes, all our programmes are approved and accredited by NZQA. Whether you study on campus, online or through workplace training, your qualification meets national standards and is recognised throughout New Zealand and internationally. Our courses are designed to meet industry needs while maintaining the academic rigour required by NZQA.