Kaiwero Ngira Hauora
Acupuncturists give general health advice and treat patients using therapies such as electronic and needle acupuncture, cupping, skin scraping (gua sha), the heating of acupuncture points (moxibustion) and tuina (massage).
Acupuncturists usually earn
$48K-$100K per year
Kaihangarau Kai
Food technologists research, develop and improve food and drink products and their processing, packaging, storage and safety.
Food technologists usually earn
$68K-$115K per year
Food technologists can earn
$49K-$148K per year
Ngaio Niho
Dentists study and treat diseases, injuries and problems of the mouth, teeth, gums and jaw. They also educate patients on how to avoid oral health problems.
Dentists can earn
$129K-$254K per year
Rata Hāparapara
Surgeons consult with patients and operate on people to treat and manage disease and injuries.
Trainee surgeons can earn
$64K-$205K per year
Qualified surgeons can earn
$170K-$251K per year
Mataaro Rongoā Koiora
Biomedical engineers design, build and maintain medical equipment, artificial body parts and computer programs to help treat disabilities, diseases, or injuries.
Graduate biomedical engineers usually earn
$50K-$55K per year
Experienced biomedical engineers can earn
$110K-$130K per year
Kairomiromi
Physiotherapists help people regain movement and function after they have been affected by an injury, disability or health condition. They also give advice on how to prevent injuries.
Physiotherapists usually earn
$64K-$99K per year
Physiotherapists can earn
$48K-$119K per year
Rata Waewae
Podiatrists diagnose, treat and prevent foot and lower limb problems.
Podiatrists usually earn
$50K-$70K per year
Senior podiatrists usually earn
$70K-$98K per year
Kaitauwhiro Pūtea
Actuaries predict and assess the financial risks and impacts of future events. They work in areas such as insurance, superannuation and investment.
Trainee actuaries usually earn
$55K-$165K per year
Qualified actuaries with five years' experience usually earn
$140K-$180K per year
Kaiakuaku Waha
Oral health therapists provide dental care, treat gum disease and teach people how to care for teeth and gums. They may refer clients to dentists.
Oral health therapists usually earn
$59K-$83K per year
Senior oral health therapists can earn
$87K-$119K per year
Kaipūtaiao Ahuwhenua
Agricultural/horticultural scientists study farm animals, soils, pastures and crops to improve growth, health and quality, and to prevent pests and disease.
Graduate agricultural/horticultural scientists usually earn
$65K-$75K per year
Senior agricultural/horticultural scientists usually earn
$80K-$150K per year
