Build your future in engineering, HVAC or refrigeration trades
Earn while you learn through structured, workplace-based trades training. Choose an apprenticeship or specialist programme, delivered with consistent mentoring, industry-recognised standards, and support from day one.
For Learners
Explore your training options
Whether you’re starting out or levelling up, here are the main ways you can train with ATNZ.
Shorter & recognition options
How it works
Your journey with ATNZ
Talk with our team
Discuss your goals, interests, and experience so we can guide you toward the right engineering or refrigeration trades pathway and next steps.
Confirm or secure a placement
Already employed? We’ll work with your employer. Still looking? We’ll support you to secure a suitable workplace and begin your training.
Build skills on the job
Develop practical trades capability through real workplace experience supported by structured guidance and training plans.
Complete structured online training
Work through online modules and scheduled assessments aligned to industry standards and qualification requirements.
Achieve your qualification
Gain a nationally recognised NZQA engineering or refrigeration trades qualification that reflects your skills and workplace competence.
Progress your career
Advance into Level 5, specialist training, or leadership opportunities as your experience and capability continue to grow.
You belong in engineering, HVAC
and refrigeration trades.
Your pathway starts here
Trades are stronger when more women, Māori, Pasifika and diverse voices are part of it.
If you’re unsure whether engineering or refrigeration trades are right for you, let’s talk. We’ll help you explore your options - no pressure.
the atnz difference
Support that sets you up
From day one, you’re backed by structured guidance, regular check-ins, and practical support designed to keep you progressing confidently toward qualification.
Dedicated account manager
A consistent point of contact who monitors progress, answers questions, and keeps you moving toward completion.
Regular workplace visits
Up to 10 site visits per year to review your progress and ensure you’re developing the right skills on site.
Structured mentoring and planning
Clear training plans, scheduled assessments, and guided block courses built around real trades capability.
Fast assessment turnaround
Assessments are typically marked within 2–3 days so you can keep progressing without unnecessary delays.
Industry-recognised qualifications
NZQA-approved qualifications aligned to real workplace expectations across engineering and refrigeration trades.
Clear progression opportunities
Opportunities to advance into Level 5, specialist training, or supervisory roles as your capability grows.