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Kuputaka

All terms Māori terms only

    MoE

    Ministry of Education

    MoP

    Mix of Provision.  The provisions in a plan that set out the activities the TEO intends to provide.

    MPTT

    MPTT provides fees-free tertiary places for Māori and Pasifika learners to enable them to acquire the skills and attributes to take up a New Zealand Apprenticeship at Level 4 or higher on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF).

    National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA)

    The National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) is New Zealand's main national qualification for senior secondary school and is available in three levels.

    National Student Index

    The National Student Index (NSI) is a database maintained by the Ministry of Education. 

    National Student Number

    The national student number (NSN) is a unique identifier, which will be a lifetime identification number that learners keep even if they study at more than one TEO.

    NCEA

    The National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) is New Zealand's main national qualification for senior secondary school and is available in three levels.

    New Zealand Apprenticeship

    Formal work-based training programmes leading to careers in industry.  Learners are employed in the occupation for which they are training.

    New Zealand Apprenticeships Register

    It is a statutory requirement that the TEC maintains a register of approved New Zealand Apprenticeships (including complex arrangements).

    New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF)

    A qualification system designed and administered by NZQA to structure New Zealand/national qualifications.