Porirua

Te Whanganui a Tara

Gain the confidence to dream big and the tools to reach your goals.

We’ve created a culture like no other at NZMA Porirua. From day one, you’ll be welcomed by our friendly staff, and as you continue your studies, you’ll feel confident that our goal is to help you succeed. We pride ourselves on creating a whānau environment for our akonga (students).

Our Early Childhood Education, Pre-Nursing and Health programmes are designed with employer input to deliver creative, innovative and highly relevant training – so you’ll graduate with work-ready skills that employers look for. What’s more, our kaiako (tutors) have a wealth of industry experience and are dedicated to supporting you throughout your training.

Want to gain a qualification, skills and work experience in a fun, supportive learning environment? Drop in to our friendly campus, have a korero with us and see how we can help you move ahead in 2025 and 2026.

Karawhiua! Go for it!

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Porirua

1 Prosser Street, Elsdon, Porirua 5022, Wellington

04-801 2892

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14 min walk

3 min from SH1

Onsite parking

Our Porirua Campus is located near the town centre and North City Mall. It’s also close to Porirua Station and all main transport routes.

At NZMA Porirua we offer:

Courses we offer:

LV. 3

Certificate in Hospitality (Cafe and Function Services)

18 weeksFree study optionsGain Food Safety Certificate

This practical course is the perfect introduction to kick-start your hospitality career.

LV. 2

Foundation Skills

18 weeksFree Study

In 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.

LV. 2

First Moves for Success

13 weeks

Build confidence. Gain skills. Take the next step.

This 15-week course is a great way to improve your reading, writing, and math skills. You’ll learn through everyday situations, gaining skills that are useful in real life. This course is designed to build your confidence and help you succeed. Whether you’re getting ready for work or just want to sharpen your skills, this is the perfect place to start.

LV. 4

Nursing Career Preparation

19 weeks

Get a deeper understanding of health, physiology and caring for people. Develop your academic skills further to prepare for a degree in Nursing, Midwifery or Health.

LV. 4

Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care

19 weeksOpen to International Students

This programme is for you if you’re involved in the care and education of children in Early Childhood Education (ECE).

LV. 5

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

40 weeksOpen to International Students

This course will enhance your career in the ECE sector. Our goal is to help you develop your academic skills necessary to complete higher level studies in this area.

LV. 3

Health and Wellbeing - Introduction

20 weeksFree study optionsOpen to international students

Learn how to support some of New Zealand’s most vulnerable people as a healthcare worker in mental health and addiction, community health or nursing. Gain practical skills and knowledge to apply what you learn in a three week work experience at a healthcare provider.

LV. 4

Social and Community Health

33 WeeksOpen to international students

Prepare for a career as a community healthcare worker where you can make a real difference in people's lives. You can learn online or in a blended learning environment and get hands-on experience with an industry work placement.

LV. 4

Mental Health and Addiction

33 WeeksOpen to international students

Make a meaningful impact on people's lives as a healthcare worker in Mental Health and Addiction Support. Get hands-on experience with practical classes and an industry work placement.

LV. 4

Disability Support

33 WeeksOpen to international students

Gain the skills needed to work in Aotearoa's health sector. Focusing on Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Māori health practices, and culturally responsive care, students will learn about communication, cultural identity, professional ethics, and the role of support workers.

LV. 3

Certificate in Hospitality (Cafe and Function Services)

18 weeksFree study optionsGain Food Safety Certificate

This practical course is the perfect introduction to kick-start your hospitality career.

LV. 2

Foundation Skills

18 weeksFree Study

In 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.

LV. 2

First Moves for Success

13 weeks

Build confidence. Gain skills. Take the next step.

This 15-week course is a great way to improve your reading, writing, and math skills. You’ll learn through everyday situations, gaining skills that are useful in real life. This course is designed to build your confidence and help you succeed. Whether you’re getting ready for work or just want to sharpen your skills, this is the perfect place to start.

LV. 4

Nursing Career Preparation

19 weeks

Get a deeper understanding of health, physiology and caring for people. Develop your academic skills further to prepare for a degree in Nursing, Midwifery or Health.

LV. 4

Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care

19 weeksOpen to International Students

This programme is for you if you’re involved in the care and education of children in Early Childhood Education (ECE).

LV. 5

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

40 weeksOpen to International Students

This course will enhance your career in the ECE sector. Our goal is to help you develop your academic skills necessary to complete higher level studies in this area.

LV. 3

Health and Wellbeing - Introduction

20 weeksFree study optionsOpen to international students

Learn how to support some of New Zealand’s most vulnerable people as a healthcare worker in mental health and addiction, community health or nursing. Gain practical skills and knowledge to apply what you learn in a three week work experience at a healthcare provider.

LV. 4

Social and Community Health

33 WeeksOpen to international students

Prepare for a career as a community healthcare worker where you can make a real difference in people's lives. You can learn online or in a blended learning environment and get hands-on experience with an industry work placement.

LV. 4

Mental Health and Addiction

33 WeeksOpen to international students

Make a meaningful impact on people's lives as a healthcare worker in Mental Health and Addiction Support. Get hands-on experience with practical classes and an industry work placement.

LV. 4

Disability Support

33 WeeksOpen to international students

Gain the skills needed to work in Aotearoa's health sector. Focusing on Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Māori health practices, and culturally responsive care, students will learn about communication, cultural identity, professional ethics, and the role of support workers.

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