All candidates are required to: Possess a Level 7 Bachelor’s degree (360 credits), a Level 8 Bachelor’s degree with Honours (480 credits), a Level 9 Master’s degree (240 credits), or a Level 7 New Zealand Diploma of Teaching (Primary).
Exhibit the ability to comply with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand’s Good Character and Fit to be Teacher Policy (2007) standards. Submit written referee reports. Fulfill the conditions for New Zealand Police clearance. Disclose any physical or learning disabilities, or diverse needs that may affect their performance as a student.
Candidates who obtained their qualifications outside of New Zealand must provide an NZQA International Qualifications Assessment to verify the level and credit value of their bachelor’s degree.
Language Entry Requirements: The Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand mandates that all students present evidence of their English language proficiency. International students are also required to demonstrate their English language competency by fulfilling the language criteria outlined in Rule 18 of the NZQF Programme Approval and Accreditation Rules 2021 for a Level 7 qualification. Please note that international students must still adhere to the language entry requirements specified in Rule 18 of the NZQF Programme Approval and Accreditation Rules 2021, even if they receive an exemption from the Teaching Council.
