Pacific Pathology Training Centre-PPTC

21/05/2026

Celebrating Pacific Leadership in Laboratory Quality

We proudly congratulate Joseph Mun Reddy (Fiji's National Diagnostic Lead) for leading Fiji to a historic milestone with the successful dispatch of the country’s first national Quality Assurance (QA) panel for HIV and STI diagnostics.

This achievement is a strong reflection of the impact of the work that continues to be carried out by PPTC. After completing the Laboratory Quality Management course and Extended Quality Assurance training in 2024, Joseph applied the skills and knowledge gained to design and establish Fiji’s national EQA framework ; a system that will now strengthen diagnostic quality across laboratories and Sexual Reproductive Health facilities nationwide.

The PPTC’s long-standing commitment to building laboratory capacity across the Pacific continues to deliver real, measurable improvements and Joseph’s success demonstrates how high‑quality regional training empowers Pacific health leaders to elevate standards, innovate, and improve diagnostic reliability for communities across the region.

Vinaka vakalevu, Joseph Mun Reddy. Your leadership and dedication are making a meaningful difference for Fiji and the wider Pacific.

Published with permission.

20/05/2026

In case you may be still wondering if our courses are still available ?

YES IT IS.

The 1st Haematology course has completed and the Laboratory Quality Management Course is currently wrapping up.

We still have 4 more courses available for this year:

Blood Transfusion Science : 8th June - 3rd July (4 weeks)

Clinical Biochemistry : 13th Jul - 7th August (4 weeks)

Medical Microbiology: 7th September - 2nd October (4 weeks)

Haematology Course: 26th October - 4th December (6 weeks)

All our Wellington-based courses are NZQA accredited and designed to provide high quality, reputable training that strengthens diagnostic pathology services across the Pacific region.

Please be advised that PPTC no longer receives funding to give out scholarships. If you wish to apply for a NZ short term training scholarship, please visit this website more for information: https://www.nzscholarships.govt.nz/vocational-short-term-scholarships/ and if you wish to make inquiries, please contact your local New Zealand Consulate office.

For further information please contact the PPTC Education Programme Manager on:
Pacific Pathology Training Centre
emmanuel.marshall@pptc.org.nz | pptc@pptc.org.nz
www.pptc.org.nz
+64 4 389 6294

16/04/2026

✨ Centre-Based Course Programme 2026 ✨

Haematology Course Completion:

From the 23 February to the 2 April 2026, three dedicated students from the Pacific successfully completed an intensive six-week Haematology Course, demonstrating commitment, perseverance, and a passion for excellence in laboratory science.

🌍 Our Course Participants were:

🔹 Vaimaila Teitala�Princess Margaret Hospital Laboratory, Tuvalu

🔹 Matthew Thingag�Yap State Department of Health Services Laboratory, FSM.

🔹 Karmi Soar�Pohnpei State Department of Health Services Laboratory, FSM.

The Pacific Pathology Training Centre (PPTC) proudly congratulates these three outstanding graduates on a job well done. Your hard work, dedication and determination have made this journey a true success.

Remember: “Do not do your best alone, but help others to do their best with you.”

👏🎓

13/04/2026

Level Up Your Skills in New Zealand 🥳

The Manaaki New Zealand Vocational Short-Term Training Scholarships (VSTTS) Round 1 for 2026 is now accepting applications!

This is your chance to gain hands-on training or workplace experience in New Zealand fully supported with:

✔️ tuition,
✔️airfare,
✔️accommodation,
✔️and a living stipend

🗓 Application period: 12th April 2026 – 30th April 2026

✍️How to apply:

🔗 https://apps.docusign.com/webforms/au/1b281749c6caa0ea9f0ddedb789e3f4a

For more information:
📧 Anaseini.Ulakai@mfat.govt.nz.
☎️ (+676) 23122 ext. 103

Don’t miss this chance to gain skills, experience, and make a difference in Tonga!

25/03/2026

🌟 Updated Announcement from the Pacific Pathology Training
Centre! 🌟 Course Dates Update: Rev 2

Our 2026 New Zealand–based short‑term course schedule has now been updated, and we’re excited to welcome applications for our internationally recognised training programmes!

💡 Why train with us?
Our Wellington-based courses are NZQA‑accredited and designed to provide high‑quality, reputable training that strengthens diagnostic pathology services across the Pacific region.
Whether you’re looking to advance your career or expand your technical expertise, our specialised programmes—spanning Haematology, Microbiology, Transfusion Science, Laboratory Quality Management, and more—equip you with the skills to elevate laboratory practice in your home country.

📣 Considering applying for the NZ Manaaki Scholarships (VSTTS pathway)?
Stay in touch with your local Manaaki scholarship office to ensure you don’t miss important updates on application opening and closing dates.

Follow this link for more information: https://www.nzscholarships.govt.nz/vocational-short-term-scholarships/

🌐 For more information about course inquiries or to apply:
📧 emmanuel.marshall@pptc.org.nz | pptc@pptc.org.nz
🌍 www.pptc.org.nz
📞 +64 4 389 6294

Invest in your future. Strengthen your skills. Join us in advancing diagnostic pathology throughout the Pacific. 🌺

13/02/2026

Final call for Expressions of Interest.
Application deadline submission is due on the 23rd of February 2026.

Nga mihi

PPTC DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMME
DIPLOMA IN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE COURSE ENROLMENT DRIVE.

Join us today

14/01/2026

‼ WE ARE HIRING! ‼

13 January 2026

✨ Public Health
Senior House Officer (Mental Health) - Rarotonga (‼VACANCY CLOSED)
Registered Nurse - Mangaia (‼VACANCY CLOSED)

✨ Primary Health Care
Medical Specialist
Medical Officer Specialist Skills (‼VACANCY CLOSED)

✨ Hospital Health Services
EMT Paramedic Officer x3 - Rarotonga
Senior Laboratory Technician - Rarotonga (‼VACANCY CLOSED)
Pharmacy Technician x3 - Rarotonga
Receptionist - Rarotonga (‼VACANCY CLOSED)
Infection Control Cleaner - Rarotonga

✨ Oral Health
Manager Clinical Oral Health - Rarotonga
Dentist - Aitutaki

✨ Planning and Funding
Senior Finance Officer
ICT Systems Administrator (‼VACANCY CLOSED)
ICT Support Officer (‼VACANCY CLOSED)
Manager Human Resources
Policy Officer

‼ To express your interest in the roles advertised, you must submit a cover letter and CV via email to MOH.HR@cookislands.gov.ck.

For overseas applicants, please visit our website for more information.

Click here to view website - https://www.health.gov.ck/careers/

‼ For further information on the job positions, please contact us via email; MOH.HR@cookislands.gov.ck

Please note that these positions close 31 January 2026.

13/01/2026

PPTC DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMME
DIPLOMA IN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE COURSE ENROLMENT DRIVE.

Join us today

17/12/2025

We are pleased to share the 2026 course flyer for our Wellington centre based course programme.

We are also pleased to share that all our courses are now approved, registered and recognized under the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA).

If you would like to attend a course, please contact the PPTC and if you would like to come on a New Scholarship please follow this link https://www.nzscholarships.govt.nz/vocational-short-term-scholarships/

Thank you and we hope to hear from you soon.

17/12/2025

✨ Congratulations! ✨

The Pacific Pathology Training Centre (PPTC) is proud to congratulate eight Pacific scholars who have successfully completed the 6 week Haematology Course, held from the 27th of October to the 5th of December 2025.

These outstanding scholars represent the first ever cohort of Haematology students to receive an NZQA micro-credential, a significant milestone for both the programme and Medical Laboratory Science training in the Pacific.

🎓 Our 2025 Haematology Graduates are:

1. Vasiti Navurai – Fiji (Labasa Hospital Laboratory)

2. Mele Fonua – Tonga (Vaiola Hospital Laboratory)

3. Selaina Nawadra – Samoa (Tupua Tamasese Meaole Hospital Laboratory)

4. Bernadette Ala – Vanuatu (Santo Hospital Laboratory)

5. Shaayal Kumar – Fiji (CWM Hospital Laboratory)

6. Katerati Kabunare – Kiribati (Tarawa Central Hospital Laboratory)

7. Dashika Goundar – Fiji (Aspen Medical Lautoka Laboratory)

8. Maria Faamanu – Samoa (Savai‘i MTII Medical Laboratory)

The PPTC is immensely proud of each scholar for their dedication, resilience, and commitment throughout the course. We wish you every success as you continue to strengthen laboratory services across the Pacific. 🌺

🙏 Our sincere thanks to the NZ Manaaki Skills Group and the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) for their generous support and for providing scholarships that make opportunities like this possible.

Once again, congratulations to our graduates! 🌟

Ngā manaakitanga

New Zealand High Commission, Nuku'alofa, Tonga
New Zealand High Commission in Vanuatu
New Zealand High Commission to Kiribati
New Zealand High Commission, Suva, Fiji
New Zealand High Commission in Samoa
Ministry Of Health & Medical Services-Kiribati, Ministry of Health Tonga, Ministry of Health Samoa, Vanuatu National Hospital, Aspen Medical - Fiji, Ministry of Health & Medical Services - Fiji