New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 5)

Whether you are currently employed, engaged in volunteer work, or seeking to enter the field of early childhood education, this program is designed to enhance your skills. It will equip you with the knowledge necessary to serve as a Kaiako, allowing you to effectively support the education and care of infants, toddlers, and young children. Throughout your studies, you will refine your skills and deepen your understanding of age-appropriate resources, strategies to foster tamariki engagement, and the positive impacts on their learning and development. You will acquire essential hands-on experience to prepare you for the workforce. With small class sizes, you will benefit from increased individual attention from your tutor, alongside 8 hours of flexible online study each week. Additionally, the program includes up to 7 weeks of practical work placement, which will help build your confidence and enhance your employment prospects. Graduates of this program will also receive 120 credits towards a Bachelor of Education through Te Rito Maioha.