New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Introductory Skills) (Level 3)
Education studies
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Gain foundational knowledge and practical experience for working with infants, toddlers, and young children in early childhood education and care. This Level 3 certificate is designed as a pathway to further teaching qualifications or entry-level carer roles, with practical learning, bicultural perspectives, and work placement.
NZ$3,460
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand child development in early childhood settings
Explain the progression of learning and development in infants, toddlers, and young children.
Apply bicultural frameworks in education
Demonstrate knowledge of bicultural approaches and incorporate basic Te Reo Māori and tikanga Māori practices specific to early childhood environments.
About This Course
This programme prepares students to participate in the care and education of infants, toddlers and young children, primarily in entry-level carer roles in early childhood contexts. The curriculum covers early childhood development, bicultural frameworks for learning in Aotearoa New Zealand, planning educational experiences for young children, health and wellbeing in the childcare environment, ethical responsibilities, and professional practice. A practical work placement is included. Study is full time for 19 weeks with courses scheduled during school hours to accommodate students with children.
Course Content
- Early childhood learning and development progression
- Bicultural framework for childhood learning in Aotearoa New Zealand
- Planning learning experiences for young children
- Health, safety and wellbeing in the early childhood environment
- Ethical responsibilities and professional practice
- Basic Te Reo Māori and tikanga Māori specific to the early childhood environment
- Work placement practicum in an early childhood setting
Entry Requirements
Open entry (no academic prerequisites). English language requirements apply.
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