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New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education (Level 3) (Tauranga only)

Study Method
In-class
Locations
Tauranga
Institution
EmployNz
Recognition
New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Start Date
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  • You must be a NZ citizen or permanent resident to apply for this course

Course overview

This program is intended for people who want to participate in the education and care of infants, toddlers, and young children in an entry-level career role. The program is aimed at people who want to progress into a career or further study in Early Childhood Education and gain the New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education L3.

Here students will continue learning to nurture the development and learning of young children. This is a great way to learn practical hands-on skills as some of the assessments are carried out in work placements.

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Job outcomes

  • Early Childhood Educator
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What you'll learn

This Early Childhood Education course covers:

  • Child development
  • Care for infants and young children
  • Health, safety, and well-being
  • Positive relationships with children
  • Real-world skills

Recognition

<p>NZQA accreditation</p>
The New Zealand Qualifications Authority ensures that New Zealand qualifications are valued as credible and robust, both nationally and internationally.

Fees Free Study Info Fees Free Study You may be eligible for one or two years of fee-free study with this course. Check your eligibility at feesfree.govt.nz

Fees Free Study

You may be eligible for Fees Free study in this course

Study method

  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Locations

  • Tauranga

Duration study load

  • 20 weeks
  • Timetable: 8:30 am – 3:00pm Monday to Friday

Entry requirements

  • Anyone aged 16 years and older is welcome
  • You must have achieved the Early Childhood Education NCEA Level 2 qualification and accumulated sufficient work experience in the sector
  • Applicants must be capable of passing a police vetting check

This course is only offered only to NZ citizens or permanent residents

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Course features

  • Our practical learning environment
  • Small classes and individual attention
  • Great support and encouragement from tutors
  • Real skills gained
  • Meeting people and making friends

Payment options

  • You may be eligible for Fees Free Study – check with the enrolment team
  • Studylink approved – we can help you apply
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About EmployNz

EmployNZ Limited is a Private Training Establishment registered and accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and is a Category 1 Tertiary Education Provider. We offer a range of niche foundation and higher-level industry-related programmes leading to NCEA, NZ Certificates and Diplomas from NZQA Levels 1 to 6.

We provide a supportive learning environment which inspires our students to achieve their education and employment goals. The team at EmployNZ includes employers and people from industry who work with us to produce and place graduates into the next step in their pathway to employment.

Why come to EmployNZ?

•The friendly team at EmployNZ are focused on your success
• Our small class sizes and face to face environments support achievement
• Your tutor will be experienced and qualified
• Employers, coaches, and people from industry are involved in our courses
• We support our graduates into higher education and employment opportunities
• EmployNZ believes that working with you, We Change Lives!