Why aviation could be the career move you've been looking for.
Why aviation could be the career move you've been looking for
Whether you're stepping out of school or ready to leave your current job behind, the aviation industry offers a world of opportunity - literally. With global demand for skilled aviation professionals on the rise, there's never been a better time to explore a future in aviation.
It takes more than a pilot to fly a plane!
At JNPAT we offer hands-on, industry-aligned courses designed to get you career-ready fast and open doors into many of the diverse roles on offer that support flight. There is a strong demand for aircraft engineers, air traffic controllers, ground services and other skilled roles - especially with an aging workforce.
Many aviation roles have structured pathways, with well-defined steps and certifications, which is great to help you understand what's required and help plan where your career can go. It's also an industry that offers competitive pay and benefits.
A career in aviation is a great move - explore our tertiary level courses across Aeronautical Engineering, Ground Handling and Leadership.
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Authentic hands-on learning in real aviation environments delivered across Aoteroa.
Our programmes equip you with practical, industry-ready skills that employers are actively seeking. Learn from experienced professionals, train in real aviation and operational environments, and gain the hands-on confidence you need to step straight into apprenticeship and employment roles. With diverse pathways and industry connections, we're here to help you launch your aviation career.
Read more about the opportunities our students have discovered on our courses.
Fill out an Expression of Interest form here.
Please note that this isn’t an enrolment form, it’s simply the first step. Once you’ve submitted it, our team will be in touch to chat about your options and help you take the next steps toward studying with us.
We are located in Tauranga near the airport. Our engineering courses are delivered from here in collaboration with Classic Flyers and from their engineering and education hanger.
Our ground handling and leadership courses are delivered either from our base near Tauranga airport or, at times, our Instructor will travel around to various airports.
Please view a specific course to see location intakes and dates, or if its noted as variable or online, we will be able to advise more once your Expression of Interest form has been submitted.
We are hoping to have an answer to this end of 2025, once we hear from Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) about their funding allocations for 2026. We need to be funded by TEC for our learners to be able to apply for student loans and allowances. If this is not an option for is, we will work hard to make your learning affordable and possible with us. Please talk to us if you have any concerns.
While we do not have our own accommodation we do everything we can to support our learners. Please email us to chat. info@jnpat.ac.nz
