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Digital TechnologiesWith skills in Information Technology (IT), you can play a big part in the success of industries that not only drive the modern world, but can also completely change how it works. Our programmes have been developed after working with schools, businesses and the community to include all the components to ensure your success in this field. Our strong industry relationships mean you keep up with the latest advances and techniques that are in demand in the real world. Our certificate and diploma qualifications will provide you with general IT skills. Our bachelor of digital technologies will further develop and focus your interests and experience into a more specific area. Choose to specialise in networking, software and web development or data analytics.
EducationWhether your passion is early childhood, primary, secondary or tertiary teaching, or adult education, our programmes will help put you on the path to a meaningful career, with a recognised qualification and real-world experience. Educators are at the heart of building confident children and strong, positive communities. Now more than ever, the world needs dedicated educators who enjoy helping people of all ages develop to their full potential.
EngineeringIf you want to learn how to build roads, bridges and plan other infrastructure projects, or if you’re into finding out how machines or electrical and electronic technologies work, develop the skills you need for an exciting career in engineering, with lots of possibilities. Our internationally-recognised courses suit everyone, from beginners to people who have already got related experience and allow you to enter the industry faster than a traditional four-year Bachelor of Engineering. If you want to go on to higher study at university, our programmes will open the door for you. Whatever your pathway, our excellent support services and connections to local industry will set you up for success after graduation.
EnglishEnglish is important for anyone wanting to live, work or study in Aotearoa New Zealand. Want to learn English? MIT has full-time and part-time English programmes for all levels, plus short courses for preparation to employment or study. Our English courses will help you develop your speaking, listening and writing skills. You will become confident using English in everyday situations, at work or for studying, and you will be taught by friendly, supportive teachers and learn alongside people from different backgrounds and countries.
FloristrySet yourself up for a career in the flower industry with MIT. You will learn to develop your own sense of style in floral design. Gain hands-on skills in creating floral arrangements for a range of events, including weddings. Our graduates go on to exciting careers working for a range of retailers and event organisers. At MIT we have the latest facilities, including a modern chiller, storage rooms and a bright and spacious teaching space modelled on a floristry retail shop.
Foundation and Bridging StudiesFoundation studies will help you on your journey towards further study or employment. MIT’s Foundation and bridging programmes help you develop the study skills, confidence and independence you need for higher learning – and we support you every step of the way. Our courses in English, inclusive education, employment preparation, engineering, business, nursing, social services and police studies will prepare you for further training and a variety of future employment opportunities.
HairdressingAt MIT you will become familiar with all the professional equipment, products, and creative techniques in our working hair salon. You will even get to cut, colour, set and blow-dry hair for real clients. These skills and training will get you a great start in a highly flexible career, with options to join an existing salon, run your own business or work as a stylist for fashion, film and television.
Health and CounsellingGet a career in an essential industry and make a real difference to people’s health and wellbeing. Study one of our recognised qualifications in healthcare and you’ll open the door to a rewarding career helping others make positive changes. You’ll learn how to care for people, families and entire communities. Whether you want to become a health support worker, mental health and addiction support worker or counsellor, we can help you get there. Our programmes will give you the skills and confidence to change lives.
LogisticsLogistics is the science of planning and optimising the delivery of goods and services, from producers right through to the end consumer. It’s getting the right product to the right place at the right time, with the right quality and price. Today’s logistics industry needs well-organised people with excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills. It’s a fast-growing area as people change the way they buy things, and businesses need quicker and more efficient ways to distribute their products. Gain the knowledge, skills and experience for a career in a growing, worldwide industry or upskill your current qualifications to get ahead. When you graduate you can choose from a variety of paths including roles in warehousing, import and export, road and rail transport, and much more.
MaritimeCareers in the maritime industry are well-paid and a qualification from MIT’s New Zealand Maritime School (NZMS) could take you around the globe. All seagoing ships, be they cruise liners, freighters or technical and research vessels, need physically fit, independent crew who work well as a team. If you love the ocean and are good at technical subjects, launch your training at the best facility New Zealand has to offer.
NursingWant to make a real difference caring for people in your community? A career in nursing might be for you. The industry needs more essential workers who are passionate about improving health outcomes for others. You could work locally or abroad in a range of different specialities. When you graduate from one of our nursing programmes, you’ll be ready to sit the Nursing Council of New Zealand State Examination and apply for registration as an enrolled or registered nurse in New Zealand. You’ll be supported to succeed throughout your journey with access to a Kaiawhina, a Pasifika support person, a Whānau and a Mā Tātou room.
Pacific languages and Te Reo MāoriReady to reconnect with your cultural identity or keen to discover how learning a language can connect you with people at your work and in your community? Whether you’re starting from scratch or keen to strengthen your communication skills, we offer a number of different Pacific language and Te Reo Māori options, from one-day cultural competency courses to certificate-level study. Discover how learning a new language can enrich your life.
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Social WorkIt takes a special kind of person to work with people. Now more than ever, our communities need social workers and support workers. Get the special skills you need to help people of all ages and cultures, from individuals to families and whānau. Learn specialist techniques in communication, dealing with challenging situations through self-awareness and self-insight, and gain the tools to safely work with a diverse range of clients in a social services environment. Our classrooms are supportive learning environments that promote independence and confidence. Be the change you want to see in your community.
Sport, Recreation and Exercise ScienceSport is a richly satisfying career, where you can make positive changes to people’s lives. We welcome anyone who loves being physically active, wants to teach and inspire others to be physically active and is looking for a career in an industry that affects peoples’ lives for the better. Our team of experienced staff has close links with the Counties Manukau community and regionally through teaching, coaching or their current/past sporting achievements. Our practical grassroots programmes have a strong industry focus, to equip you with the right skills for a rewarding career in sport, recreation, education, fitness or the outdoors. Our continuous engagement and collaboration with our communities and industry ensures that our curriculum is current, and our students are prepared to start working in the sporting industry. We pride ourselves on our encouraging environment, which will set you on a positive pathway. By studying with us you’ll be personally challenged, learn the value of teamwork, become leaders of young people and see first-hand the impact of sport on community spirit. As a qualified professional, you can share your passion for sport and exercise in a range of settings. You could coach elite sports people or teams, and there are…
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TradesBecome a tradie and get a career that will set you up for life. Study with MIT and you will get the hands-on experience you need to succeed in your chosen trade. It doesn’t matter your level of education or experience. We have a course that suits you.
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Baking, Culinary and HospitalityWhether you want to be a baker, chef or barista in a local café or work in an international hotel chain, there is a wide range of excellent jobs for you to choose from. Gain the skills to create rewarding experiences for customers in an industry that is constantly evolving. As an MIT graduate, you’ll have the hands-on skills and the support you need to find success working in your chosen field.
BusinessFind out how facts, figures, and technology combine to help people and companies succeed. Choose from a range of business and administration specialisations or majors and develop the skills and knowledge you need to get a job or advance your career.
Digital TechnologiesWith skills in Information Technology (IT), you can play a big part in the success of industries that not only drive the modern world, but can also completely change how it works. Our programmes have been developed after working with schools, businesses and the community to include all the components to ensure your success in this field. Our strong industry relationships mean you keep up with the latest advances and techniques that are in demand in the real world. Our certificate and diploma qualifications will provide you with general IT skills. Our bachelor of digital technologies will further develop and focus your interests and experience into a more specific area. Choose to specialise in networking, software and web development or data analytics.
EducationWhether your passion is early childhood, primary, secondary or tertiary teaching, or adult education, our programmes will help put you on the path to a meaningful career, with a recognised qualification and real-world experience. Educators are at the heart of building confident children and strong, positive communities. Now more than ever, the world needs dedicated educators who enjoy helping people of all ages develop to their full potential.
EngineeringIf you want to learn how to build roads, bridges and plan other infrastructure projects, or if you’re into finding out how machines or electrical and electronic technologies work, develop the skills you need for an exciting career in engineering, with lots of possibilities. Our internationally-recognised courses suit everyone, from beginners to people who have already got related experience and allow you to enter the industry faster than a traditional four-year Bachelor of Engineering. If you want to go on to higher study at university, our programmes will open the door for you. Whatever your pathway, our excellent support services and connections to local industry will set you up for success after graduation.
EnglishEnglish is important for anyone wanting to live, work or study in Aotearoa New Zealand. Want to learn English? MIT has full-time and part-time English programmes for all levels, plus short courses for preparation to employment or study. Our English courses will help you develop your speaking, listening and writing skills. You will become confident using English in everyday situations, at work or for studying, and you will be taught by friendly, supportive teachers and learn alongside people from different backgrounds and countries.
FloristrySet yourself up for a career in the flower industry with MIT. You will learn to develop your own sense of style in floral design. Gain hands-on skills in creating floral arrangements for a range of events, including weddings. Our graduates go on to exciting careers working for a range of retailers and event organisers. At MIT we have the latest facilities, including a modern chiller, storage rooms and a bright and spacious teaching space modelled on a floristry retail shop.
Foundation and Bridging StudiesFoundation studies will help you on your journey towards further study or employment. MIT’s Foundation and bridging programmes help you develop the study skills, confidence and independence you need for higher learning – and we support you every step of the way. Our courses in English, inclusive education, employment preparation, engineering, business, nursing, social services and police studies will prepare you for further training and a variety of future employment opportunities.
HairdressingAt MIT you will become familiar with all the professional equipment, products, and creative techniques in our working hair salon. You will even get to cut, colour, set and blow-dry hair for real clients. These skills and training will get you a great start in a highly flexible career, with options to join an existing salon, run your own business or work as a stylist for fashion, film and television.
Health and CounsellingGet a career in an essential industry and make a real difference to people’s health and wellbeing. Study one of our recognised qualifications in healthcare and you’ll open the door to a rewarding career helping others make positive changes. You’ll learn how to care for people, families and entire communities. Whether you want to become a health support worker, mental health and addiction support worker or counsellor, we can help you get there. Our programmes will give you the skills and confidence to change lives.
LogisticsLogistics is the science of planning and optimising the delivery of goods and services, from producers right through to the end consumer. It’s getting the right product to the right place at the right time, with the right quality and price. Today’s logistics industry needs well-organised people with excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills. It’s a fast-growing area as people change the way they buy things, and businesses need quicker and more efficient ways to distribute their products. Gain the knowledge, skills and experience for a career in a growing, worldwide industry or upskill your current qualifications to get ahead. When you graduate you can choose from a variety of paths including roles in warehousing, import and export, road and rail transport, and much more.
MaritimeCareers in the maritime industry are well-paid and a qualification from MIT’s New Zealand Maritime School (NZMS) could take you around the globe. All seagoing ships, be they cruise liners, freighters or technical and research vessels, need physically fit, independent crew who work well as a team. If you love the ocean and are good at technical subjects, launch your training at the best facility New Zealand has to offer.
NursingWant to make a real difference caring for people in your community? A career in nursing might be for you. The industry needs more essential workers who are passionate about improving health outcomes for others. You could work locally or abroad in a range of different specialities. When you graduate from one of our nursing programmes, you’ll be ready to sit the Nursing Council of New Zealand State Examination and apply for registration as an enrolled or registered nurse in New Zealand. You’ll be supported to succeed throughout your journey with access to a Kaiawhina, a Pasifika support person, a Whānau and a Mā Tātou room.
Pacific languages and Te Reo MāoriReady to reconnect with your cultural identity or keen to discover how learning a language can connect you with people at your work and in your community? Whether you’re starting from scratch or keen to strengthen your communication skills, we offer a number of different Pacific language and Te Reo Māori options, from one-day cultural competency courses to certificate-level study. Discover how learning a new language can enrich your life.
Police Preparation
Social WorkIt takes a special kind of person to work with people. Now more than ever, our communities need social workers and support workers. Get the special skills you need to help people of all ages and cultures, from individuals to families and whānau. Learn specialist techniques in communication, dealing with challenging situations through self-awareness and self-insight, and gain the tools to safely work with a diverse range of clients in a social services environment. Our classrooms are supportive learning environments that promote independence and confidence. Be the change you want to see in your community.
Sport, Recreation and Exercise ScienceSport is a richly satisfying career, where you can make positive changes to people’s lives. We welcome anyone who loves being physically active, wants to teach and inspire others to be physically active and is looking for a career in an industry that affects peoples’ lives for the better. Our team of experienced staff has close links with the Counties Manukau community and regionally through teaching, coaching or their current/past sporting achievements. Our practical grassroots programmes have a strong industry focus, to equip you with the right skills for a rewarding career in sport, recreation, education, fitness or the outdoors. Our continuous engagement and collaboration with our communities and industry ensures that our curriculum is current, and our students are prepared to start working in the sporting industry. We pride ourselves on our encouraging environment, which will set you on a positive pathway. By studying with us you’ll be personally challenged, learn the value of teamwork, become leaders of young people and see first-hand the impact of sport on community spirit. As a qualified professional, you can share your passion for sport and exercise in a range of settings. You could coach elite sports people or teams, and there are…
Supported Learning (Inclusive Education)
TradesBecome a tradie and get a career that will set you up for life. Study with MIT and you will get the hands-on experience you need to succeed in your chosen trade. It doesn’t matter your level of education or experience. We have a course that suits you.
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