Field: Arts and Crafts

Review of Performing Arts New Zealand Qualifications

Reviewed qualifications

Ref	Version	Qualification Title (Level)	Credits
3424	1	New Zealand Diploma in Costume Construction (Level 6)	240
3437	1	New Zealand Diploma in Scenic Construction and Properties (Level 6)	240

Review information

Qualification Developer	Toi Mai Workforce Development Council
Reason for the review	Scheduled review of qualifications
Review date	May 2024
Outcome date	31 July 2024
Next review date	31 July 2029

Summary of the review and consultation process

The review of the above qualifications commenced in December 2023 when internal reviews and feedback on the current programmes leading to the qualifications was considered.

In February-April 2024, changes to the suite were recommended and distributed for consultation to key industry stakeholders in the screen, live performance, and events industries where graduates might expect employment opportunities. The feedback received agreed with the general direction of the changes and supported listing of the reviewed qualifications. Where appropriate, feedback was integrated into the final versions.

Main changes resulting from the review process

In both the New Zealand Diploma in Costume Construction (Level 6) [Ref 3424] and the New Zealand Diploma in Scenic Construction and Properties (Level 6) [Ref 3437]:

· The strategic purpose statements were updated to more contemporary language and to clarify the level at which graduates can operate.

· The graduate profile outcomes and general conditions wording were updated for clarity and to strengthen focus on professional practice.

· Employment, cultural, and community pathways were strengthened to better reflect the range of opportunities available to graduates.

New Zealand Diploma in Scenic Construction and Properties (Level 6) [Ref: 3437]

· Education pathways amended to remove the New Zealand Certificate in Entertainment and Event Technology (Level 4) with strands in Entertainment Rigging, Lighting, Live Sound, Video, Stage Management, Stage Mechanics and Scenic Construction [Ref: 3417]. This is in line with changes to the stated pathways for this qualification subsequent to its review in 2021.

Review outcome

Ref:

Version

Reviewed qualification

Outcome category

New qualification details/version

(if applicable)

3424

New Zealand Diploma in Costume Construction (Level 6)

B-New version of qualification

3424-2

3437

New Zealand Diploma in Scenic Construction and Properties (Level 6)

B-New version of qualification

3437-2

Qualification review outcome categories

Outcome	Result	Category
Minor changes to the qualification	Qualification version number and ID (Ref) remain the same New review date is required	A
Moderate changes to the qualification	New qualification version number ID (Ref) remains the same New review date is required	B
Significant changes to the qualification	New replacement qualification with a new ID (Ref) The existing qualification will expire	C
The qualification is no longer required by industry	The qualification will expire with no replacement	D

Transition information

Ref:	Version	Qualification Title (Level)	Last date of entry*	Last date of assessment
3424	1	New Zealand Diploma in Costume Construction (Level 6)	N/A	31 December 2025
3437	1	New Zealand Diploma in Scenic Construction and Properties (Level 6)	N/A	31 December 2025

*only required for outcome category C or D

Any additional information

People currently enrolled in programmes leading to these qualifications may complete the requirements by their individual designated last dates of assessment, or where applicable, transfer to the replacement versions.

It is the intention of the qualification developer that no existing learner be disadvantaged by these transition arrangements. Any person who considers they have been disadvantaged may contact:

Toi Mai Workforce Development Council

PO Box 445

Wellington 6140

Phone: 04 909 0316

Email:  qualifications@toimai.nz

Website: www.toimai.nz