Teaching
A course by
Otago University
A flexible, distance-taught, one-year part-time postgraduate certificate for teachers who want to advance their critical knowledge and professional skills in education and learning while continuing their teaching roles.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
It will take a total of 1 year

Develop advanced understanding of issues relevant to teaching and learning in New Zealand's educational context.

Strengthen individual teaching practices with critical, research-informed approaches.

Gain advanced skills in areas such as curriculum, early childhood education, digital technologies, leadership, and teacher education.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Education and Learning (PGCertEdLn) at the University of Otago is designed to support the professional growth of teachers in early childhood, primary, and secondary sectors. The programme is notable for its flexible delivery, enabling teachers to further develop their knowledge of teaching and learning, including their own practices, through distance learning that accommodates busy schedules. Students may choose endorsements such as Curriculum, Digital Technologies, Early Childhood Education, Leadership, or Studies in Teacher Education, and the course can be completed part-time over one year (must finish within three years of admission).
What you need to know first
Bachelor’s degree in any subject with a B average
Registered as a teacher in New Zealand or have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities)

Education and Training

Enhanced career opportunities in teaching at different education levels
Promotion to leadership roles in educational settings
Specialist roles in curriculum, digital learning, or early childhood education
Teaching
A course by
Otago University
A flexible, distance-taught, one-year part-time postgraduate certificate for teachers who want to advance their critical knowledge and professional skills in education and learning while continuing their teaching roles.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
It will take a total of 1 year

Develop advanced understanding of issues relevant to teaching and learning in New Zealand's educational context.

Strengthen individual teaching practices with critical, research-informed approaches.

Gain advanced skills in areas such as curriculum, early childhood education, digital technologies, leadership, and teacher education.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Education and Learning (PGCertEdLn) at the University of Otago is designed to support the professional growth of teachers in early childhood, primary, and secondary sectors. The programme is notable for its flexible delivery, enabling teachers to further develop their knowledge of teaching and learning, including their own practices, through distance learning that accommodates busy schedules. Students may choose endorsements such as Curriculum, Digital Technologies, Early Childhood Education, Leadership, or Studies in Teacher Education, and the course can be completed part-time over one year (must finish within three years of admission).
What you need to know first
Bachelor’s degree in any subject with a B average
Registered as a teacher in New Zealand or have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities)

Education and Training

Enhanced career opportunities in teaching at different education levels
Promotion to leadership roles in educational settings
Specialist roles in curriculum, digital learning, or early childhood education
Experience of or currently working in a relevant field of education
Experience of or currently working in a relevant field of education