New Zealand Certificate in Te Reo Māori (He Pī Ka Pao) Level 2
Language & Literature
A course by
SIT
An interactive, beginner-level Māori language programme introducing conversational Te Reo Māori, tikanga Māori, and foundational communication skills. Suitable for learners continuing from Level 1, preparing for further study.
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
Learners will correctly pronounce Māori words, names, and place names.
Basic Conversation
Use basic greetings and introduce oneself in Te Reo Māori.
Comprehend and Apply Tikanga
Understand and follow Māori protocols (tikanga) in set scenarios.
What You're Signing Up For
This beginner's-level programme builds on foundational Te Reo Māori, providing interactive learning in both language and cultural protocols (tikanga Māori). It introduces more advanced conversational skills, pronunciation, basic vocabulary and sentence structures, as well as waiata and customs. Graduates are prepared for everyday use of Māori language at home, work, and community, and for further study at higher NZQA levels.
Course Content
- Mahi Ngahau: Tense markers, action, and statives in Māori
- Haerenga: Language of travel and holidays
- He Tikanga Marae: Marae protocol, roles, and conversational practice
- Tangata Rongonui: Third person language, confidence in Te Reo
- Pronunciation of sounds and words
- Basic greetings and self-introduction
- Vocabulary and sentence structure
- Understanding and following tikanga (protocols)
- Performing waiata
- Using Māori confidently in everyday contexts
What you need to know first
Minimum age 16 (unless an exemption from attending school is granted)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Cultural Services
Community Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Foundational Māori language skills for use in education, media, Māori organisations, and customer/public-facing roles