Learn traditional and modern food growing and gathering practices with Kōkiri’s Mahinga Kai Certificate. Gain hands-on skills in maara kai, foraging, and kai sustainability grounded in mātauranga Māori.
Apply environmental and social knowledge to mahinga kai
Plan, prepare and cultivate land for kai
Propagate and harvest plants using tikanga
Gather kai from both cultivated and wild sources
Store kai and ensure food security for whānau
Apply maramataka and kaitiakitanga to food systems
Graduates can work as horticulture or agriculture production assistants, nursery assistants, or support roles in community food and sustainability initiatives. They may also mentor others, support EOTC programmes, or progress toward Whānau Ora and environmental roles
MK3-1
MK3-2
MK3-3
MK3-4
MK3-5
MK3-6
MK3-7
MK3-8
General Horticulture
Hauora through Kai
Kai Propagation
Kai Cultivation
Kai Harvesting
Kai Storage
Mahinga Kai Technology
Lockdown Kai
MK3-1: General Horticulture
General Horticulture
Hauora through Kai
Kai Propagation
Kai Cultivation
Kai Harvesting
Kai Storage
Mahinga Kai Technology
Lockdown Kai
MK3-2: Hauora through Kai
MK3-3: Kai Propagation
MK3-4: Kai Cultivation
MK3-5: Kai Harvesting
MK3-6: Kai Storage
MK3-7: Mahinga Kai Technology
MK3-8: Lockdown Kai
This programme is ideal for learners who are passionate about kai sovereignty, sustainable food systems, gardening, foraging, or caring for the environment through a kaupapa Māori approach. Whether you're supporting your whānau, working in community spaces, or wanting to revitalise mātauranga Mahinga Kai — this course is for you.
Open entry; Informal interview process.
February
Full-time - Full Year (42 weeks)
Please enquire for cost
Face-to-Face with hands-on learning.
51 Macandrew Road, South Dunedin, Dunedin
Domestic full-time students can apply for a student loan through Studylink.
