New and existing State sector learners, make this your home page. The pages in this section contain all the information you're likely to need to get your State sector career started and to keep it moving.

What is structured workplace learning?

Workplace learning happens in the usual course of your working day at your workplace. Learning State's workplace learning and assessment programmes are structured around the unit standards and qualifications on the National Qualifications Framework.
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How can workplace learning help me?

Find out what's in it for you. For example, workplace learning lets you earn and learn at the same time, so you won't need a student loan.
More about the benefits of workplace learning and assessment

How do I get started as a registered State sector learner?

You need a New Zealand Qualifications Authority Record of Learning number before you can begin workplace learning and assessment, and you need your employer's agreement.
How to get a Record of Learning number

What is workplace assessment?

Workplace assessment is the final part of a structured learning programme. A qualified workplace assessor measures and formally recognises the skills and knowledge you have gained and are using on the job every day.
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What does it cost to take part in workplace learning?

Your workplace learning and assessment aren't free. But the good news is that your State sector employer is likely to pay all or part of these costs. You won't need a student loan, but you will need to be motivated.
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How much time does workplace learning take?

Workplace learning fits into your working day over a period of time. For example, assessment for first line management may take 6 to 12 months, while a State sector Modern Apprenticeship takes 2 to 3 years. It all depends on the learning and assessment programme that is designed for you and your agency.

What qualifications can I choose?

Choose from the wide array of qualifications, learn about the different learning staircases to progress your career, and discover the transferable skills you can include in your training plan.
More about the range of qualifications available to you

Are you aged 16 to 21?

Are you aged 16-21? Still at school and wondering what to do next? Or perhaps you already work in the State sector but want more out of your working life? Kick start your career with a Modern Apprenticeship.
More about Modern Apprenticeships

Are you delivering services to or working closely with Māori?

If you're delivering services to or working closely with Māori, then you need a unique set of skills and knowledge. Perhaps the National Diploma in Public Sector Māori is for you.
More about the National Diploma in Public Sector Māori

Do you want to develop your leadership and management skills?

If you're thinking of a career in management or want to develop your leadership skills, then get on the 'leadership staircase' - a series of four qualifications to develop outstanding managers and leaders.
More about the leadership staircase

Graduation

And the result - graduation! See what's involved.
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