New Zealand Certificate in Te Reo Māori (He Pī Ka Pao) Level 1
Language & Literature
A course by
SIT
An introductory, bilingual programme for learning basic conversational Te Reo Māori and tikanga Māori, designed for beginner students wanting to use the language at home or work.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 4 locations
It will take a total of 36 weeks
This course requires 20 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Correct pronunciation
Accurately pronounce Māori words, names, and place names.
Basic greetings and introductions
Use basic greetings and introduce yourself in Te Reo Māori.
Understanding tikanga
Understand and follow tikanga (customs and protocols) in varied contexts.
What You're Signing Up For
This interactive Level 1 Māori language programme introduces students to basic pronunciation, vocabulary, sentence structure, greetings, introductions, and Māori cultural protocols (tikanga). It is designed for those new to Te Reo Māori and aims to build confidence in using the language for personal or professional contexts. The programme is the first part of a 36-week path (including Level 2).
Course Content
- Pronunciation of Māori words, names, and place names
- Basic greetings and self-introductions
- Understanding and following tikanga (customs and protocols)
- Basic vocabulary and sentence structures
- Waiata (songs)
- Introduction to Māori social organization and institutions
- Learning methodologies (Ako Whakatere)
- Language of objects, people, body parts, and locations
- Simple instructions and directions
- Language of time, dates, days, months, and seasons
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Cultural Services
Community Services
Media
Future employment opportunities might be
Use of Te Reo Māori in home, community, workplace, or educational settings
Entry-level roles in Māori organizations, media, education support