Industry training solutions for the food and primary industries
The AsureQuality Academy provides professional industry training on all aspects of food safety.
Developed by our own industry experts and accredited with NZQA*, our training courses reflect New Zealand and international standards. Courses are led by our experienced trainers, and we offer both in-person and online training options, as well as inhouse training for larger groups.
Motivate and equip your team with the right skills and knowledge to meet your quality assurance requirements.
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Not sure which course you need to take? Talk to our training team to get a recommendation for which course is right for you.
Email the Academy directly on training@asurequality.com or use the link below to send a general enquiry to our wider customer services team.
*AsureQuality is a recognised Private Training Establishment (PTE) (Category 1) with the New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA).
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New Course: Food Safety Governance Training
Understanding the role of boards in meeting food safety obligations
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A half-day course tailored for CEOs and directors, delivered in partnership with New Zealand Institute of Directors
6 May 2025
AsureQuality Head Office - Mt Wellington, Auckland
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Enrolment Information
To ensure your enrolment details are current and up to date and to ensure the Academy is compliant with the Ministry of Education and Immigration New Zealand please complete the enrolment link, provide your supporting documents, forms of identity, proof of residency and Visa as soon as possible to Training@AsureQuality.com. Failure to provide these documents will result in the cancellation of your booking.
Privacy
Personal information (name, address, phone number(s), etc., and assessment results) will only be used by AsureQuality Ltd for administration purposes. This information will not be disclosed to anyone else unless your permission has been given. Your recorded personal information can be accessed by you on request. If your employer has funded your training, then AsureQuality Ltd has the authority to disclose your assessment results to your employer.
Health, Safety and Wellbeing
AsureQuality Academy is committed to keeping trainees safe. Your trainer will detail all relevant Health and Safety issues at the start of the training programme. As a participant in this course, you will be expected to comply with all safety rules that are outlined. Failure to comply with the safety rules may result in harm to you or others, the presenter asking you to leave the training course. Please remember we are all responsible for the safety of not only ourselves, but also those around us.
Learning Support Services
The AsureQuality presenter will provide you with advice and support to help with the learning process and with any personal difficulties you may encounter. If you have any special needs or requests with regards to reading, writing, language, physical disabilities, cultural needs etc., you should confidentially make the trainer aware of these to ensure we can cater for these effectively. If these needs are outside the trainers’ area of expertise you will be given contact details of other organisations that may be able to assist. Please feel free to discuss this with your trainer or one of our friendly customer service representatives (free phone 0508-00-11-22).
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About the AsureQuality Academy
Having well-trained staff who are motivated and fully equipped to perform their roles, can be a game-changer for any business. A team who understand the pricinples of HACCP(external link) , food safety(external link) or the prevention of food fraud are more confident in their day-to-day responsibilities. This confidence will provide peace of mind for a manager or owner, and allow more time to focus on other important aspects of their business.
We are an internationally recognised Private Training Establishment (PTE) holding a Category 1 status with the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA)(external link) . This means that we monitor the changing regulations and reflect the latest industry trends and standards in our courses. As a vocational education provider we issue certificates pertaining to safe methods of food production.
All courses cover the latest changes happening in each industry. For example, new requirements under the Food Control Plan 2014, the inclusion of new allergens, food hygiene best practices, etc. We deliver training courses nationwide. We can also customise training to specific requirements and deliver this at your location. Many of our trainers are practicing industry professionals. Their hands-on experience allows them to use real-life examples which makes the courses more engaging, relatable and effective.
Am I a Domestic or International Student?
According to the Education Act, a domestic student is a person who is -
a) A NZ Citizen or
b) The holder of a residence class visa
c) A person of a class or description of person required by the Minister, by notice in the Gazette(external link) , to be treated as if they are not international students.
Note: Since 01 January 2020, a person who is enrolled at a PTE in a short-term work-related training course that is not funded by the TEC, required by the employer and is for a period of 10 days or less, will also be considered a domestic student.
AsureQuality complies with the code of pastoral care for domestic tertiary students PDF (326 KB) and is also a signatory to the code of pastoral care for international students PDF (509 KB) to ensure our students are protected, respected and supported.
If you have further questions, please contact us at training@asurequality.com
Are the AsureQuality Academy courses recognised by NZQA?
We are a NZQA(external link) registered and accredited Private Training Establishment (PTE). Our courses meet strict NZQA compliance requirements. Some of our courses are NZQA approved training schemes. This info is outlined on the individual course pages.
Can I attend any course if I am an international student?
Some of our courses are available to domestic students only. Please refer to eligibility information and entry requirements on course pages. Some courses require previous experience or being employed in the industry in specific roles. To find out more, please get in touch with our training team.
Can I get a PDF overview of AsureQuality Academy's training services?
Yes, you can download the PDF overview here PDF (1.6 MB).
I successfully completed the course. When will I receive my certificate?
Once you successfully complete your course, you will receive your certificate via email within two weeks.
What if I can't find courses I'm looking for?
If you can’t see the course you are looking for, please contact our training team. It may be that the training you are interested in is currently being developed and hasn't been advertised yet. We regularly develop bespoke and tailored to meet your specific learning needs.
What entry requirements do I need to meet to attend?
Some courses don’t have entry requirements. For an overview of entry requirements for those that do, navigate to individual course pages. They are outlined in the Full Overview section of the page.
Where do I go for assistance with questions about enrolling as an international student?
First, download our International Students Handbook PDF (550 KB). It contains helpful information for international students who are looking to enrol in a course. If you can't find what you are looking for or are ready to enrol, email the training team.
Will I achieve unit standards for the training?
Some of our courses have unit standards attached. More details about these unit standards can be found by navigating to individual course pages.
Will the training I receive meet external compliance requirements?
Yes. There are also instances where legislative or customer requirements dictate specific training be completed. To learn more about this please contact our team.
The trainer was great with the participants. He was very friendly, welcoming and made sure everyone understood the course content.
AsureQuality’s training is well suited to our needs. We will continue to work with AsureQuality to upskill our team in Food Safety & Quality.
Food safety content was specifically tailored for a early learning centre, so was more meaningful and useful for our Cooks and Centre Managers.