Study Abroad with Practical Education Institute (PEI) in New Plymouth, New Zealand.
PEI is a registered Private Tertiary Establishment that is approved to provide a range of nationally and internationally accredited programmes. These include New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA), London's City & Guilds, Pitmans and Microsoft. PEI is also ISO 9001 accredited and we deliver a number of New Zealand Qualifications (from Level 2 National Certificate to Diploma level with a pathway to Degree level).
Our Courses
TESOL
- Educational Studies in Tesol Level 4 (PracTESOL)
Hospitality
- Certificate in Chef Training Level 3 incorporating the National Certificate in Hospitality (Introductory Cooking) Level 2 & (Basic Cookery) Level 3
- National Certificate in Hospitality (Food & Beverage Service) Level 3
- National Certificate in Hospitality (Professional Cookery) Level 4
- Diploma in Hospitality Level 5
Business
- National Certificate in Small Business Management Level 4
- National Certificate in
Location
About New Zealand
New Zealand is a land of contrasts. From the sweeping snow covered Alps in the South to the sub-tropical paradise in the North and East, most climate and lifestyle preferences are fulfilled.
New Zealand's population reached four million in 2003. It has a comparative land mass size to the United Kingdom and Japan, but remains relatively under populated, clean and green.
About Taranaki
New Plymouth is the largest centre in the region of Taranaki. Taranaki features some of New Zealand's most spectacular scenery which is dominated by the magnificent beauty of a mountain that shares it name with the region. Encircling the mountain is the picturesque Egmont National Park, which incorporates the international celebrated Pukeiti Rhododendron Gardens and renowned walking/hiking tracks. Both dramatic coastline and sandy beaches surround the region offering some of the world's best surfing spots. These are all accessible from Surf Highway 45 which follows Taranaki's stunning coastline.
About New Plymouth
New Plymouth is a vibrant coastal city with a population of approximately 66,000 people. It is the major service, business and retail centre for the province of Taranaki, which is renowned for its dairy, oil and gas industries.
Lively cafes line New Plymouths streets. Those searching for their morning coffee, those looking for a catch up with friends or those just learning the art of coffee enjoyment are spoilt for choice as New Plymouths hospitality industry remains on a high from Hollywood stardom.
Lunch from a wide selection of cafe's awaits those desiring anything from a scallop and shrimp salad to ethnic food delights. Looking over the sea, gazing at the mountain, sun or shade, lunch is always fun in New Plymouth.
New Plymouth is fast becoming a culinary and cultural centre of New Zealand with leading art galleries and museums accompanied by stylish cafes and bars - a city with something for all tastes.
About Us
PEI is one of New Zealand's largest Private Tertiary Establishments. It provides quality education and training to people within New Zealand and to International Students. PEI is recognized for consistently exceeding the needs of learners and the evolving requirements of business and industry.
PEI is committed to providing quality education with a Pastoral Care Regime that exceeds New Zealand and International requirements.

