Hamilton
Haere mai! Learn, have fun and put your skills to work at NZMA Hamilton
At NZMA Hamilton, our goal is to get you work ready through practical, hands-on learning.
We offer top training in Hospitality, Early Childhood Education, Health, Pharmacy, Sport courses. Plus, we offer free study options, including Youth Guarantee programmes, in Hospitality, Early Childhood and Sport.
Our purpose-built facilities include two commercial training kitchens, a student-run café, restaurant and bar, business suites, pharmacy labs and barista training area, so you’ll get plenty of work experience (and good coffee) to build your confidence.
Want to gain a qualification, practical skills and work experience in a fun and supportive learning environment? Drop in to our friendly campus and see how we can help you move ahead in 2022.
21 min walk 
4 min from SH1 
Off site parking We are located on Tristram Street, in the Hamilton CBD, which is easy to get to by bus.
At NZMA Hamilton we offer:
Courses we offer:
Certificate in Hospitality (Restaurant Service)
16 weeksMake yourself invaluable to employers and get your Liquor Control Certification, learn about menu designs, food and beverage service, food and wine pairing.
Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Support work)
20 weeksFree Study OptionsThis vocational Health programme will provide practical skills and prepare you for employment as a support worker in healthcare. You will also have three weeks’ work experience at a health care provider.
Certificate in Hospitality (Cafe and Function Services)
16 weeksFree Study OptionsThis practical course is the perfect introduction to kick-start your hospitality career.
Certificate in Cookery
35 weeksThis intermediate-level programme really helps to build on your cookery skill set. You’ll learn about a wide range of cookery techniques and disciplines, and gain confidence working in a commercial kitchen environment.
Diploma in Hospitality and Culinary Management
40 weeksIf you are targeting a career in hospitality management or if you already have front-line hospitality service experience, take your career to the next level and progress into management.
Foundation Skills
16 weeksFree study optionsIn this FREE practical course, you’ll get to know yourself and discover a range of things you can study in the NZMA family. Over 16 weeks you’ll get to try out one or more of our most popular subjects.