Wai Ora Certificates

Wai Ora Certificates: Water resource management & conservation programmes

Study Wai Ora – Learn to protect and restore our waterways

Build the knowledge and skills to care for and protect our natural environments through the Wai Ora Kaupae 3 (Level 3) and Wai Ora Kaupae 4 (Level 4) programmes. Grounded in mātauranga Māori, these courses focus on the preservation and restoration of wai (water) — including rivers, lakes, streams, and marine environments.

If you’re passionate about the environment and want to play a role in protecting our waterways for future generations, Wai Ora offers a powerful pathway forward.

Why Study Wai Ora?
Wai is central to life, and the health of our environment. Through Wai Ora, you’ll develop an understanding of:
•    Kaitiakitanga (environmental guardianship) in action
•    Practical approaches to waterway protection and restoration
•    The relationship between people, land, and water systems

Wai Ora Level 3
Build Foundational Knowledge in Waterway Protection
The Wai Ora Level 3 certificate introduces key concepts in environmental care and the role of wai within Māori knowledge systems.

Wai Ora Level 4
Develop Applied Skills in Environmental and Waterway Management
The Wai Ora Level 4 certificate builds on Level 3, giving you the skills to actively contribute to the protection and restoration of waterways.

Make an Impact on Our Environment
Wai Ora is more than study — it’s about taking responsibility for the future of our waterways. You’ll graduate with the knowledge and confidence to contribute to real environmental outcomes in your community.