
Teaching
A course by
Future Skills
Gain foundational knowledge and skills to provide holistic care and learning for young children in early childhood education settings. Suitable for those new to the sector.
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Free for real. No catch, just your next step waiting.
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 2 Certification (60 Credits)
Entry
Enquire about international pricing
Free for real. No catch, just your next step waiting.
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 2 Certification (60 Credits)
Entry

Develop an understanding of child development and care required in early years settings.

Engage in hands-on work experience within an early childhood education and care environment.
The NZ Certificate in Early Learning and Care (Level 2) provides foundational knowledge and hands-on skills necessary for caring for and educating young children in a variety of early childhood settings. This programme includes theory and practical work experience, essential for aspiring carers, educators, and support workers in early childhood contexts. The course features guided learning, introductory te reo and tikanga Māori, and aims to develop understanding and support of the holistic wellbeing of children.
What you need to know first
Must be 16 years or older at programme start
No academic qualifications required

Teaching
A course by
Future Skills
Gain foundational knowledge and skills to provide holistic care and learning for young children in early childhood education settings. Suitable for those new to the sector.
Enquire about international pricing
Free for real. No catch, just your next step waiting.
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 2 Certification (60 Credits)
Entry
Enquire about international pricing
Free for real. No catch, just your next step waiting.
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 2 Certification (60 Credits)
Entry

Develop an understanding of child development and care required in early years settings.

Engage in hands-on work experience within an early childhood education and care environment.
The NZ Certificate in Early Learning and Care (Level 2) provides foundational knowledge and hands-on skills necessary for caring for and educating young children in a variety of early childhood settings. This programme includes theory and practical work experience, essential for aspiring carers, educators, and support workers in early childhood contexts. The course features guided learning, introductory te reo and tikanga Māori, and aims to develop understanding and support of the holistic wellbeing of children.
What you need to know first
Must be 16 years or older at programme start
No academic qualifications required
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 18 weeks

Learn how to care for children and support their physical, emotional, and social needs.
Sufficient English competence (may be assessed)
NZ police vetting report as per Vulnerable Children Act 2014
Interview to assess suitability for working with children
Must have access to a computer with camera and stable internet connection
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 18 weeks

Learn how to care for children and support their physical, emotional, and social needs.
Sufficient English competence (may be assessed)
NZ police vetting report as per Vulnerable Children Act 2014
Interview to assess suitability for working with children
Must have access to a computer with camera and stable internet connection