Sylvia Park
Kia ora! Learn, have fun and put your skills to work at NZMA Sylvia Park.
Sylvia Park NZMA is home to our excellent purpose-built Cookery & Hospitality school with commercial kitchens, barista stations, a student-run café, distillery and spacious restaurant and bar training areas.
Our Personal Training, Police and Sport students can enjoy practical training in the huge new purpose-built gym with all the latest equipment. All students have free access to this!
Pharmacy students can experience real-life training in our on-site Pharmacy dispensary replica. Plus, we offer free study options, including Youth Guarantee programmes, in Hospitality, Early Childhood and Sport.
Whatever area you choose, you’ll learn in-demand practical skills, and graduate with confidence in your ability along with valuable work experience. As Auckland’s new industrial hub, Sylvia Park is bursting with businesses looking for well-trained, ready-to-work graduates too.
Want to gain a qualification, practical skills and work experience in a fun and supportive learning environment? Drop in to our friendly campus, say hi and see how we can help you move ahead in 2023.
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20 min walk 
1 min from SH1 
Onsite parking NZMA Sylvia Park is right next to Sylvia Park mall. Our campus is close to all major bus routes and a short walk from the train station.
At NZMA Sylvia Park 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.
Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) – Cookery Strand
35 weeksInternships availableOpen to International StudentsIf you want to be a professional chef at the top of your field, look no further. Our diploma gives you the advanced cookery skills, knowledge and experience you’ll need to succeed in today’s kitchens. You’ll also have an opportunity to secure an internship where you’ll gain invaluable work experience.
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.
Diploma in Hospitality Management
35 weeks Open to International StudentsCertificate 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 weeksInternships availableOpen to International StudentsStudy from home optionThis 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 with flexible study options.
Foundation Skills
16 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 16 weeks you'll get to try out one or more of our most popular subjects.
Certificate in Pharmacy Technician
47 weeksOur 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.