Recognised & trusted

Accreditation & Memberships

Our New Zealand qualifications are backed by government accreditation and industry recognition — so the certificate you earn is respected by employers across the country and beyond.

Government accreditation

New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA)

NZQA is the New Zealand government crown entity responsible for quality assurance in education and qualifications. International Culinary Studio is an NZQA-accredited provider, so your qualification is nationally recognised and quality-assured.

We are proud to be NZQA accredited to deliver the New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 4).

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Global recognition

Worldchefs Recognised School

Worldchefs is a global network representing over 10 million culinary professionals worldwide. As a Worldchefs Recognised School, our culinary education is benchmarked against international standards — giving your qualification credibility that travels.

Industry memberships

Connected to New Zealand's culinary industry

Our memberships keep us at the heart of the local industry — so our students learn what employers actually want, and graduate into a real professional network.

NZ Chefs Association
We're a proud member of the New Zealand Chefs Association, as are our NZ-based instructors — keeping us connected to local industry news, events and competitions.
Restaurant Association of NZ
Membership with the Restaurant Association connects us to New Zealand's hospitality businesses and the people driving the industry forward.
Hospitality NZ
Hospitality NZ supports hospitality and accommodation operators across Aotearoa, helping us stay aligned with the needs of the wider industry.
ITENZ
Independent Tertiary Education New Zealand represents private tertiary providers nationally — recognising us as a quality independent education provider.
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