As part of the Reform of Vocational Education, HITO’s previous responsibility for standard setting (qualification reviews and provider moderation) passed to two Workforce Development Councils (WDC) on 4 October 2021.

Please contact your new WDC If you are looking for information on:

  • Qualification and unit standard development and reviews
  • Applications for programme endorsement support letters
  • Consent to assess applications
  • Pre moderation applications
  • Post moderation submissions

The split in WDC coverage for qualifications is as follows:

Toi Mai WDC – https://www.toimai.nz/

  • Hairdressing
  • Barbering
  • Makeup Artistry

Toitū Te Waiora WDC – https://www.toitutewaiora.nz/

  • Nail Technology
  • Beauty Therapy

What does this mean for qualification reviews?

Your involvement with qualification reviews and unit standards will come through the Workforce Development Councils, rather than through HITO.

HITO