New Zealand

Biosecurity Training Courses

Free awareness courses and MPI-approved Accredited Person training, find the right course for your role and your business.

New Zealand's biosecurity system depends on people who understand their role within it. Whether you work at a Transitional Facility, manage a business that imports goods, or need formal AP accreditation, there is a course designed for you.

The courses below are the recognised training pathways for New Zealand biosecurity. Two are free; one is the paid MPI-approved pathway to Accredited Person status.

Free Course

Biosecurity Awareness

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An introduction to New Zealand's biosecurity system, what it is, why it matters to New Zealand's economy and environment, and what your role is as someone operating in the supply chain. Suitable for staff across logistics, warehousing, freight, and business generally.

  • What biosecurity means for New Zealand businesses
  • How the border system works and who is responsible
  • What to do if you find or suspect a pest or disease
  • What good practice looks like for a business receiving or handling imported goods
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Free
No cost
Free Course

Transitional Facility H&S: Working Safely with MPI

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Written for staff working at MPI Approved Transitional Facilities. Covers practical health and safety, safe working procedures for handling imported goods, and what MPI's TFGEN guidance suggests for your team. It is awareness training and does not carry an MPI accreditation.

  • Practical health and safety at MPI Approved Transitional Facilities
  • Safe procedures for receiving and handling imported goods
  • What MPI's TFGEN guidance covers, in plain language
  • Where your role fits when MPI is on site
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Free
No cost
Paid Course

Introduction to Freight Forwarding

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A clear, plain-English introduction to how freight moves across the world, from booking through to delivery. Ideal for newcomers to logistics, freight and supply chain, and anyone starting a career in the import pathway.

  • How international freight moves, from booking to delivery
  • The roles and documents involved in a shipment
  • Sea, air and road freight basics
  • Written for newcomers, no experience needed
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$179
+GST
Paid Course

Incoterms 2020

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Master Incoterms 2020 and know exactly where cost and risk transfer in any international trade deal. A practical, plain-English course for importers, exporters and freight teams.

  • What each Incoterm covers, and what it does not
  • Where cost and risk pass between buyer and seller
  • Choosing the right term for sea, air and container freight
  • The New Zealand customs and GST detail that matters
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$179
+GST

Which course is right for me?

I work in a NZ business that handles imports

Start with Biosecurity Awareness, an introduction to the NZ biosecurity system and what it means for your business.

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I work at an MPI Approved Transitional Facility

The TF H&S course is written for you, covering practical health and safety and safe working procedures for handling imported goods.

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I need to become an Accredited Person (AP)

The QCONZ AP Sea Container Course is the MPI-approved pathway to AP accreditation for sea container inspection at Transitional Facilities.

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My AP accreditation is due for renewal

The QCONZ AP Refresher Course is required every two years to maintain your Accredited Person status. $125 +GST.

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