Mission Statement and Values
We are guided by our mission statement, which provides a clear direction for all of our present and future activities:
Mission Statement
"New Zealand Tertiary College values people and is committed to empowering students to care, educate and serve meaningfully and effectively by providing comprehensive and professional programs."
Our college values | Ngā Uara
NZTC’s mission statement is grounded in four core values that guide every action we take, Vision | Te Mata, Heart | Ngākau, Competence | Poutama, and Spirit | Wairua. These values guide our principles and shape our future.
Vision - Ngā Tumanako
We are committed to fostering innovation which empowers our learners and the community to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Kei te kaha tātau ki te poipoi i ngā mahi hou e whakamana ana i o mātau ākonga me te hapori ki te tipu haere i roto i te ao hurihuri.
Heart - Ngākau
We ensure every learner, their whānau, and community feel valued through authentic connections that nurture belonging, wellbeing, and success.
Kei te whakarite mātau i ngā ākonga katoa, ko o rātau whānau, me te hāpori te whakāro nui ki ngā hononga tūturu e poipoi ana i te poipoi i te whānaungatanga, te oranga, me te angitū.
Competence - Matatau
We provide career-focused education that builds skills and confidence, empowering learners to make a positive social impact through a commitment to excellence.
Ka whakaratohia e mātou te mātauranga e arotahi ana ki te mahi i ngā pukenga me te maia, te whakapakari i ngā ākonga ki te whai hua ki te mahi pai ki te kairangi.
Partnership - Whakahoahoa
We value building strong and respectful relationships by appreciating each partner’s unique needs, strengths and contributions.
Ka whakanuia e mātou te hanga whānaungatanga kaha me te whakaute ma te maioha ki ngā hiahia motuhake o ia hoa, me ngā kaha o ia hoa.