Kōkiri delivers a unique suite of Certificate programmes designed to support whānau ora, cultural identity, and community resilience. We specialise in kaupapa Māori qualifications that are practical, flexible, and delivered in ways that suit you. Our current NZQA-accredited offerings include:
Learn traditional and modern food growing and gathering practices with Kōkiri’s Mahinga Kai Level 3 Certificate. Gain hands-on skills in maara kai, foraging, and kai sustainability grounded in mātauranga Māori.
Grow your skills to support whānau wellbeing.
Our Level 3 Certificate is a Full-Time 20-week, NZQA-accredited programme designed for those who want to make a difference in their communities.
Advance your skills in whānau-centred practice with Kōkiri’s NZQA-accredited Level 4 Whānau Ora Certificate.
20 weeks, Full-Time ; Face-to-face in class learning. Small class numbers.
Kōkiri is now online and offering our NZQA Accredited course ONLINE.
20 Weeks, Full-Time. Online self directed study, with teacher facilitated online sessions.
Open to Tauira across Aotearoa.
Te Ara Tūhono – Free ACC Navigation SupportTe Ara Tūhono is a free, kaupapa Māori ACC navigation service that helps you and your whānau make sense of ACC, from understanding entitlements and claims to getting the support you need without the confusion. Our kaiārahi will walk alongside you with clear, independent guidance and culturally grounded support, so you can confidently navigate the ACC system and know your rights at every step.
This service offers:
* Kanohi ki te kanohi (face-to-face) and community-based support tailored to your needs
* Phone / Online Appointments if you are not Dunedin-Based
* Practical help with ACC claims, questions, and entitlements
* Support understanding your claim fully and ensuring you are receiving the correct entitlements
* Preparation and information for ACC reviews, so kiritaki feel confident, heard, and supported.
Kōkiri, Te Ara Tūhono isn’t part of ACC is an independent service designed to support everyday people so no one has to tackle the ACC process alone.
Contact us on 0800 455 330
acc@kokiricentre.co.nz
Learn traditional and modern food growing and gathering practices with Kōkiri’s Mahinga Kai Level 3 Certificate. Gain hands-on skills in maara kai, foraging, and kai sustainability grounded in mātauranga Māori.
Grow your skills to support whānau wellbeing.
Our Level 3 Certificate is a Full-Time 20-week, NZQA-accredited programme designed for those who want to make a difference in their communities.
Advance your skills in whānau-centred practice with Kōkiri’s NZQA-accredited Level 4 Whānau Ora Certificate. Learn to lead, advocate, and support whānau wellbeing through kaupapa Māori approaches.
