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The first year Fees Free scheme will finish at the end of 2024 and be replaced with a final-year FeesFree scheme starting from January 2025.
The current scheme covers ākonga (learner) fees for up to two years of training up to $12,000, provided they are enrolled in a programme of 120 credits or more at Level 3 or above and meet the Tertiary Education Commission's (TEC) eligibility criteria. For full eligibility criteria, visit the TEC website.
The first-year Fees Free will continue to operate until 31 December 2025.
Learn more about the changes to the first-year Fees Free policy here.
Your employer may be eligible for a wage subsidy for new and currently enrolled, first and second-year apprentices. Employers of an apprentice who is in the first two years of their apprenticeship will be eligible for $500 per month for a maximum period of 24 months. Apprenticeship Boost is now available until the end of December 2024.
Find out more on the Work and Income website.
The Mana in Mahi programme offers a wage subsidy of up to $16,000 for your first year of training and wrap-around on-the-job support to help you kick start your career. This programme is administered by Work and Income.
Find out more on the Work and Income website.
Under the Provincial Growth Fund, this is a wage subsidy and additional business support of up to $40,000 per apprentice, paid to their employer. Businesses need to employ a worker displaced by the effects of COVID-19 who is Māori or Pasifika. This is administered by Work and Income.
Find out more on the Work and Income website.
Head to our FAQs page for more information on the different funding options available.
