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New Zealand Immigration Advice Refresher Course
Law
A course by
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
A specialist online refresher course for individuals needing to renew their New Zealand Immigration Adviser Licence, focused on current immigration law, policies, and professional responsibilities.
NZ$1,670
inc GST
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Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Online
It will take a total of 6 weeks
This course requires 16 hours per week
NZ$1,670
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Demonstrate understanding of New Zealand immigration law and regulatory frameworks
Apply knowledge of the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act, associated codes of conduct, tribunal protocols, and regulatory standards.
Interpret and apply current immigration instructions and processes
Analyse and explain the requirements for various visa types and New Zealand immigration procedures.
Prepare and review professional immigration documentation
Demonstrate the ability to complete visa application forms and assemble supporting documents to industry standards.
About This Course
This online refresher course is designed for individuals re-applying for their New Zealand Immigration Adviser Licence after a lapse of 12 months or more. The course covers up-to-date immigration law, policies, professional responsibilities, and communication with regulatory bodies. Completing it is a requirement set by the Immigration Advisers Authority or related regulatory tribunals. The course involves approximately 100 learning hours across 6 weeks full-time (or 12 weeks part-time), and is assessment-based with no final exam. On successful completion, participants receive an Achievement Record (confirmation of completion) from Toi Ohomai with no academic credit.
Course Content
- Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007
- The Immigration Advisers Authority
- Immigration Advisers Complaints and Disciplinary Tribunal
- Licensed Immigration Advisers Code of Conduct
- Immigration Advisers Competency Standards
- Immigration law and instructions (temporary and residence visas)
- Immigration New Zealand processes
- Professional practice documents
- Visa application forms and supporting documentation
- Oral and written communication with clients, immigration decision-makers, and regulatory bodies
- Professional communication with industry colleagues
Entry Requirements
Hold a current Immigration Adviser Licence
Have previously held an Immigration Adviser Licence
Have completed an approved entry course or qualification as defined by the Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA)
Have been directed to complete the course by the Immigration Advisers Complaints and Disciplinary Tribunal (IACDT) or the Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA)
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Licensed Immigration AdviserImmigration Compliance OfficerVisa Consultant
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