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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 and Police Preparation courses. Plus, we offer free study options, including Youth Guarantee programmes, in Hospitality, Early Childhood and Police Preparation.
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 2025.
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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:
Aged Care and Complex Needs
33 weeksStudy online optionTake your Health and Wellbeing studies to the next level. Become a leader in comprehensive care practices and learn how to provide specialised care for patients living with complex needs such as dementia. With flexible study options, you'll have the freedom to learn your way.
Certificate in Hospitality (Restaurant Service)
17 weeksOpen to international studentsMake yourself invaluable to employers and get your Liquor Control Certification, learn about menu designs, food and beverage service, food and wine pairing.
Health and Wellbeing - Introduction
20 weeksFree study optionsOpen to international studentsLearn how to support some of New Zealand’s most vulnerable people as a healthcare worker in mental health and addiction, community health, nursing or aged care. Gain practical skills and knowledge to apply what you learn in a three week work experience at a healthcare provider.
Certificate in Hospitality (Cafe and Function Services)
18 weeksFree study optionsThis practical course is the perfect introduction to kick-start your hospitality career.
Certificate in Cookery
35 weeksInternships availableOpen to International StudentsGain Food Safety CertificateThis course really helps to build your cookery skills, whether you’re just starting out or already in the industry. You’ll learn about a wide range of cookery techniques, and gain confidence working in a commercial kitchen.
Diploma in Hospitality Management
40 weeks Open to International StudentsIf 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
18 weeksFree StudyIn this FREE practical course, you'll get to know yourself and discover a range of things you can study in the NZMA family. Over 18 weeks you'll get to try out one or more of our most popular subjects.
Certificate in Pharmacy Technician
44 weeksOpen to International studentsStudy online optionOur Pharmacy Technician course offers practical learning on campus and will teach you all the key skills and pharmaceutical knowledge to start your career. Plus, you’ll get 320 hours of work placement in a pharmacy retail environment while you study.