Employers

Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship is on-the-job training that leads towards a qualification. HITO offers apprenticeships in hairdressing, barbering and beauty therapy.

You employ the apprentice and train them in the workplace so they learn all the skills they need to become fully qualified and commercially viable.

HITO support you and your apprentice through the learning journey. We provide training plans, record books, training materials, trainer guides, regular visits to monitor progress, and ensure NZQA requirements are met.

Gateway

The HITO Schools Gateway Programme is a great way for secondary school students to experience first-hand what it’s like to work in your industry. Students complete work experience in your business, performing basic tasks like greeting clients, creating displays, and keeping the workplace clean and tidy.

If you are interested in taking on a Gateway student, please contact your local secondary school. Gateway Coordinators organise work experience placements of students in Gateway programmes. HITO also have a database of schools interested in the HITO Schools Gateway Programme.

Qualifications for Senior Staff

HITO offers the Qualification by Experience programme, which helps staff convert their years of industry experience into an NZQA accredited and internationally recognised qualification. Being qualified allows your staff to train apprentices, reassure clients they’re in safe hands and be open to job opportunities worldwide.