Overview
Land Based Training is a leading education provider for people with a passion for agriculture and working with the land. We specialise in developing the next generation of skilled farm workers, livestock specialists and rural professionals, equipping learners with practical, industry-ready skills for careers across New Zealand’s primary sector.
Learn in small, practical groups
Our small class sizes and experienced tutors mean you’ll get hands-on support while learning real farming skills in a supportive, down-to-earth environment.
Gain real-world farming experience
Through practical training and industry connections, you’ll build experience with livestock, land and farm operations — and connect with employers across the agricultural sector.
Train on real land-based sites
As part of your course, you’ll learn outdoors in real farming and rural environments, gaining practical skills you can take straight onto the land and into the workplace.
Land Based Training was established in 1996 to provide learners with a practical pathway into New Zealand’s primary industries. Over time, we have evolved alongside the agriculture sector to deliver relevant, hands-on training that reflects the skills and knowledge needed in modern farming and rural workplaces, with programmes spanning from Level 2 upwards.
In 2025, Land Based Training amalgamated with New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA). Land Based Training is now one of the trading names of the registered PTE New Zealand Management Academies Ltd. Your enrolment is with New Zealand Management Academies Ltd, and your qualification is issued by NZMA.
NZMA’s last NZQA External Evaluation and Review (EER) categorisation was Category 1 (received in 2022). Category 1 was the highest EER categorisation available at that time. The NZQA EER system is no longer in operation.
Our goal is to deliver high-quality land-based training for people passionate about agriculture and working with the land. Through practical, hands-on learning connected to industry and rural communities, we help learners build real-world experience and job-ready skills. We are committed to a culturally relevant learning environment that supports individual learners, industry needs and the wider community, with a strong focus on Māori and Pasifika learners.
Our programmes enhance employment opportunities by focusing on practical skills and real agricultural practice. Led by experienced industry tutors, learners are supported and challenged to meet employer expectations, preparing them for careers in the primary sector or further study.
Land Based Training is a trading name of New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA). As part of NZMA and UP Education, New Zealand’s largest education group, we deliver quality-assured training with strong industry connections.