Field: Engineering and Technology
Republication of Fire Technology and Rescue Services New Zealand Qualifications
Republished
qualifications
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Ref |
Version |
Qualification Title (Level) |
Credits |
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2574 |
2 |
New Zealand Certificate in Fire Detection and Alarm Systems (Level 3) |
75 |
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2576 |
2 |
New Zealand Certificate in Fixed Fire Protection Systems (Level 3) |
130 |
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2577 |
2 |
New Zealand Certificate in Fixed Fire Protection Systems (Level 4) with optional stand in Special Hazards Fixed Fire Protection Systems |
245-310 |
|
2578 |
2 |
New Zealand Certificate in Fire Protection Systems Technology (Testing) (Level 3) |
140 |
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2579 |
3 |
New Zealand Certificate in Fire Protection Systems Technology (Inspections) (Level 4) with strands in Fire Detection & Alarm Systems and Fixed Fire Protection Systems |
240 |
|
2580 |
2 |
New Zealand Certificate in Hand Operated Fire Fighting Equipment (Level 3) |
105 |
Review information
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Qualification Developer |
Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council |
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Reason for the republication |
To extend the last date for assessment of superseded versions |
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Review date |
August 2025 |
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Outcome date |
September 2025 |
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Next review date |
Unchanged |
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Summary of republication |
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An extension of the Last Date of Assessment from 31 December 2025 to 31 December 2026 has been made to superseded versions of the Fire Technology and Rescue Services qualifications listed above. This extension is essential to support learners currently progressing through these qualifications and to provide the sector with sufficient time to complete the development and implementation of updated programmes and assessment resources. The extension will allow the sector to manage transition across qualification versions in a planned manner, supporting learners to complete programmes without undue disadvantage. |
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Main changes resulting from republication |
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The Last Date of Assessment for superseded versions of qualifications listed above has been extended from 31 December 2025 to 31 December 2026.
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Transition information
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Ref: |
Version |
Qualification Title (Level) |
Last date of entry* |
Last date of assessment |
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2574 |
1 |
New Zealand Certificate in Fire Detection and Alarm Systems (Level 3) |
N/A |
31/12/2026 |
|
2576 |
1 |
New Zealand Certificate in Fixed Fire Protection Systems (Level 3) |
N/A |
31/12/2026 |
|
2577 |
1 |
New Zealand Apprenticeship in Fixed Fire Protection Systems (Level 4) with an optional strand in Special Hazards |
N/A |
31/12/2026 |
|
2578 |
1 |
New Zealand Certificate in Fire Protection Systems Technology (Testing) (Level 3) |
N/A |
31/12/2026 |
|
2579 |
1&2 |
New Zealand Apprenticeship in Fire Protection Systems Technology (Inspections) (Level 4) with strands in Fire Detection & Alarm |
N/A |
31/12/2026 |
|
2580 |
1 |
New Zealand Certificate in Hand Operated Fire Fighting Equipment (Level 3) |
N/A |
31/12/2026 |
*only required for outcome category C or D
Any additional information
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It is anticipated that no existing candidates will be disadvantaged by these transition arrangements. However, anyone who feels that they have been disadvantaged may appeal to Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council at the address below. Appeals will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council PO Box 445 Wellington 6140
Phone: 04 909 0255 Email: info@hangaarorau.nz Website: www.hangaarorau.nz
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