The January 2026 regulatory rollover brought major change to the vocational education sector, including the introduction of NZQA’s integrated Quality Assurance Framework (iQAF). While much of the sector’s attention has focused on the end of EERs, another important...
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Navigating the NZQA Programme Approval, Recognition, and Accreditation Rules 2025
The NZQA Programme Approval, Recognition, and Accreditation Rules 2025 are now in effect. These Rules revoke and replace the 2022 Rules, which means programme documentation and internal processes need to reflect the 2025 wording and expectations. At SAARA, we help...
NZQA Updates for PTEs in 2026
Big NZQCF updates are already underway, and 2026 is when many providers will feel the impact. If you are a PTE or training organisation, staying...
Welcoming Neil Summons to SAARA: Senior Technical Lead – Key Systems
We’re excited to welcome Neil Summons to the SAARA team as our new Senior Technical Lead – Key Systems. Neil brings with him an impressive career in the high-security locking industry, spanning multiple continents and a wide range of technical disciplines. His...
Education Sector Update – January 2024
As we navigate the dynamic landscape of New Zealand's education sector, it's essential to stay informed about the latest trends and changes. Here's a quick update on some significant developments that might interest you: University Funding Boost: The NZ government has...
Navigating the AI Revolution: Insights for Forward-Thinking Businesses
In the dynamic landscape of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword but a pivotal force shaping the future of industries, including e-learning. As tools like ChatGPT and DALL-E redefine the boundaries of content creation, businesses must...
Lights, Camera, Learn: How video content can enhance your staff training
Lights, camera, action! Video content has taken over the internet, and e-learning is no exception. In today's world, anyone can create and share videos with the help of affordable software and easy-to-use apps. Video can be used in e-learning as stand-alone content or...
The Importance of Session Tokens in Cybersecurity
Have you ever experienced being hacked or having your online presence compromised? These days, online security breaches have become so common that the saying “It’s not when but how” is becoming cliché. Recently, large YouTube channels such as Linus Tech Tips, (My...
Keep it in Mind – The Forgetting Curve and how to flatten it!
The Forgetting Curve Humans have been forgetting things long before car keys were invented. In the age of the Life-long Learner and Bite-sized learning, it’s important to remind ourselves that our brain is not as effective as your computer at filing away information...









