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What is student fee protection?

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NZQA's student fee protection policy protects the interests of domestic and international students. The policy comes into effect if you stop offering a course in which students have enrolled.

The protection covers all payments made to a private training establishment (PTE) by or on behalf of a student. These may include:

  • fees
  • accommodation
  • living expenses.

PTEs must have a student fee protection mechanism in place that complies with NZQA policy. However, PTEs that meet the exemption criteria can apply to be formally exempted.

Student Fee Protection Policy (full)
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