NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN KITCHEN DESIGN
BCITO’s New Zealand Diploma in Kitchen Design is a 2-year Level 5 qualification that gives designers the skills they need to create functional and beautiful kitchens. The first year of the course focuses on the mechanics of kitchen design, including spatial design and ergonomics, while the second year looks at aesthetic elements related to kitchen design, such as colour theory and lighting design.
Block courses are tutored by experienced, award-winning NKBA designers.
NZ Diploma in Kitchen Design students are entitled to a free NKBA Student Membership for the duration of their studies.
Course Details
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Course Length |
2 years |
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Block Courses |
2 x 5-day courses (1 per year) |
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On-job Training |
After each block course, students complete on-job training and workplace assessments with support from their employer and a dedicated BCITO Training Advisor. |
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Assignments |
4 (2 per year). Assignments are completed during on-job training and each one takes around 40-80 hours to complete, depending on the student's level of industry experience and employer support. |
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Who is the course aimed at? |
Designers who are currently employed in the kitchen industry and have at least 6 months experience designing kitchens using CAD software. |
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Ready to enrol? |
Contact NKBA and we'll connect you with a local BCITO Training Advisor who will visit you to talk about your options and start the enrolment process. |
2025 Course Dates
Courses are subject to minimum numbers.
Year 1 (OJT1)
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Auckland |
10-14 March (FULL) |
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Wellington |
18-22 August |
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Auckland |
15-19 September |
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Christchurch |
13-17 October |
Year 2 (OJT2)
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Auckland |
7-11 April |
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Wellington |
18-22 August |
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Auckland |
15-19 September |
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Christchurch |
13-17 October |
2025 Course Fees
Fee payments can be made in regular instalments by direct debit. Some scholarships are also available.
Course fees are GST inclusive.
Some students may be eligible for Fees Free study. Call 0800 4 BCITO or visit https://www.feesfree.govt.nz/ to find out more.
Year 1 (OJT1)
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Sign-up fee |
$1,658 |
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Course fee |
$1,444 |
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Total |
$3,102 |
Year 2 (OJT2)
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Annual fee |
$910 |
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Course fee |
$1,444 |
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Total |
$2354 |
Course Tutors
INGRID GELDOF
Ingrid is an Elite Designer of NKBA and an NKBA Fellow. She tutors the first-year block course for the New Zealand Diploma in Kitchen Design.
Ingrid trained as an interior designer, working for various kitchen and bathroom design companies before becoming self-employed in 1992. Since then, she has employed and trained many talented students who have also gone on to be very successful designers.
Ingrid has worked together with Rachel Barnes, her co-designer, for 21 years, together they have been a very successful formula. In 32 years, Ingrid’s business of creating interior spaces and joinery design has accumulated over 55 design and business awards, including NKBA Designer of the Year.
An active member of the NKBA, Ingrid was the Canterbury Chapter Chair for many years and has served on the NKBA Executive Board, including holding the post of President.
Ingrid is passionate about furthering the benefits and services NKBA provides to its members.
MILVIA HANNAH
Milvia is an Elite Designer of NKBA and an NKBA Life Member. She tutors the second-year block course for the New Zealand Diploma in Kitchen Design.
Milvia has worked in the kitchen and bathroom design industry for over 30 years. During this time, Milvia has gained a host of qualifications and awards, including Certified Master Kitchen Designer NZ, Certified Master Bathroom Designer NZ, NZ Diploma in Kitchen Design, NKBA Kitchen Designer of the Year, NKBA Bathroom Designer of the Year, and the NKBA Wellington Chapter Recognition Award.
Being an active member of NKBA, Milvia has held a variety of roles on the NKBA Executive Board, including Vice President, President, and Education Representative.
Milvia’s main passion is design, and she appreciates and enjoys working in an industry that allows expression of style, skill, and talent, in an ever-changing landscape.
Using her experience and knowledge, Milvia focuses on transcending and enhancing client’s living spaces, to create a balanced environment.
