We know learning is a collective journey. That’s why we work alongside you, your aiga, and your wider community from the beginning. By keeping everyone informed and involved, we take a cultural approach that honours your identity, values, and aspirations.
Trades offer hands-on, meaningful careers that bring financial independence and long-term security. Whether you choose electrical, plumbing, scaffolding, or another field, the skills you gain will help you support your aiga today and create opportunities for future generations.
We stand with you throughout your training, offering guidance and encouragement every step of the way. From literacy and numeracy to financial skills and building the right mindset, we provide the support you need to grow, lead, and succeed in your chosen trade.
EarnLearn provides free, specialised learning & wellbeing support services to Māori apprentices and employers during their apprenticeship.
EarnLearn provides free, specialised learning & wellbeing support services to Pasifika apprentices and employers during their apprenticeship.
The first step of the process is to find an employer. If you’re already working in Plumbing, Electrical or Scaffolding industries, you can approach your employer
There are two main components to your training as an apprentice: On-job training and off-job training.
During a normal working day an apprentice will learn the skills and knowledge only a qualified tradie can teach. The two forms of learning are designed to be done side-by-side, so learners complete their apprenticeships in around three to four years, sometimes faster.
When you enrol, you’ll be assigned an EarnLearn account manager to support you throughout your training.
Choose your preferred on-campus provider for off-job theory training, then log in to the online platform to start your on-job learning. You’ll also receive an information pack with everything you need.
Our nationwide team of dedicated EarnLearn Account Managers (AM) are your ‘go-to’ for all things related to your or your apprentice’s training. They help coordinate off-job and on-job learning, and can provide support from enrolment through to completion.
We check in on our apprentices every 8 weeks throughout their training to ensure they are supported in all ways.
If you have any questions, give them a call.
0800 327 648 (0800 EARN IT)
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm
If you’re overseas, please phone
+64 09 9051748
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