Schools and Gateway Programmes
Hands-on courses that count toward NCEA.
Our Schools and Gateway programmes give ākonga a chance to learn real land-based skills while earning NCEA credits. Courses are industry-led, practical, and designed to help students explore future pathways; whether that’s into work, apprenticeships, or further LBT study.
What you can study with us
STAR & short block courses
Flexible, hands-on tasters that introduce students to agriculture, horticulture, pest, sustainability and other outdoor industries.
Gateway programmes
Work-linked training that builds confidence, skills and real-world experience toward future employment.
Unit Standards (NCEA credits)
Industry-based unit standards delivered in a supportive learning environment, helping students progress toward the next step.
School Programmes
At Land Based Training, we have built up a great range of industry-led courses that teach you practical skills and the theory you need to complete NCEA credits or move on to the next Land Bsed Training Agriculture course. Completing unit standards with us is a great way to forge a pathway towards a career in the biggest primary industry in Aotearoa.
Learning about horticulture will benefit any learner, helping them to understand the resources we have in Aotearoa and empowering ākonga to grow and produce their own kai for their whānau.
With units in plant propagation with stem cuttings, sowing seeds and how to plant out by hand. learn about common names for botanicals and safety practices.
Pest Control promotes a safe environment, designed to protect crops, native species, livestock and the wider environment. Gaining a pest control qualification will help make Aotearoa a better place for everyone. We have a unit standard and a Micro-credential to offer in this space.