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Who is Skills Ignite?
Skills Ignite is a high-quality tertiary college delivering training that’s practical, industry-relevant and focused on employment.
What sets us apart is the personal touch we offer to all our students. We know every student by name and we know their hopes and dreams for the future. We are committed to and motivated by supporting each of our students to achieve their personal and career goals. We are owned by Skills Consulting Group. For the last 30 years Skills has been delivering workplace training across 23 different industries. This means that together we can offer lifelong training and development opportunities for people, whether that takes place face to face, online or within the workplace.
If you are looking to upgrade your skills or try a new career path – we’ve got you covered.
Why Study with us?
At Skills Ignite we dream big. And we’re here to help you dream big too! We have a strong reputation for providing excellent employment outcomes. That’s because we offer programmes focused on industries with high employment demand such as:
- Healthcare
- Cookery
- Hospitality
- Police and defence force preparation and
- English with digital literacy.
NZQA Rating of Ignite Colleges
NZQA APPROVED CATEGORY ONE EDUCATION PROVIDER
All our courses are accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and taught by industry experts. Ignite has the highest possible quality rating from NZQA.
We are a Category 1 provider – rated Highly Confident in Educational delivery and Highly Confident in Self Assessment of our programmes and programme delivery. That means that you are in good hands when you study with Ignite.
Our last review was in 2021. Read the full report
Code of Practice
Students studying in New Zealand are protected and supported by The Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021 (The Code).
The Code specifies the roles and responsibilities of education providers in ensuring learner wellbeing and achievement. Ignite Colleges is a signatory to The Code, and we try our best to ensure our students are learning in a safe and welcoming environment. we have conducted self-reviews on how well we are practicing the Code on a regular basis, you can refer to the latest report here.
If you have any queries, feel free to contact Ignite 0800 023 345 or visit NZQA website for more information on the Code: Tertiary and International Learners Code of Practice.
Vision and Values
Our Vision for this college is: To develop the highest performing, inspirational tertiary college, offering programmes of study that lead to strong employment opportunities and a brighter and fulfilling future for our students and their families.
Values
Dream big
Believe
Inspire
Excel
Contribute
Location
Our cutting edge facilities, friendly, welcoming atmosphere and convenient central location make Ignite Colleges the ideal place to train for your new career. We are right by public transport so you don’t even need a car!
We are located at 98 Kerrs Road, Manukau.
How we support you
At Skills Ignite we are here for you every step of the way. We will support and encourage you from the moment you enrol with us until after you graduate. We will even help you find a great job! Here at Ignite, we do everything in our power to help you become the best you can be.
Student Services Levy
The student services fee for 2023 has been set at $200 (GST Inclusive) per full-time student for study less than 120 credits. Study of over 120 credits is set at $400 (GST inclusive).The fee funds key services for students to assist their success, retention and overall well-being while studying at Ignite Colleges. All domestic students must pay the fee and can borrow the amount against their student loan. Read full document here.
Student Handbooks
This handbook includes the policies, procedures, rules and regulations of Ignite as well as information to assist you to settle into studying at Ignite.
How we support you
At Ignite Colleges we are here for you every step of the way. We will support and encourage you from the moment you enrol with us until after you graduate. We will even help you find a great job! Here at Ignite, we do everything in our power to help you become the best you can be.
Student Services Levy
he student services fee for 2023 has been set at $200 (GST Inclusive) per full-time student for study less than 120 credits. Study of over 120 credits is set at $400 (GST inclusive).The fee funds key services for students to assist their success, retention and overall well-being while studying at Ignite Colleges. All domestic students must pay the fee and can borrow the amount against their student loan. Read full document here.