New Zealand Certificate in Adult and Tertiary Teaching (Level 4)
Unlock your potential as an educator with this introductory Level 4 qualification designed for those entering adult and tertiary teaching or vocational training. Delivered via distance learning, the program provides foundational skills for teaching adults in New Zealand's dynamic tertiary environment.
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NZQA Level 4 Certification (40 Credits)
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Core skills this course teaches
Design effective adult learning opportunities
Apply a range of pedagogical principles and cultural practices to design learning that meets specified outcomes for diverse adult learners.
Deliver learner-centred teaching
Use teaching strategies that respect the mana and backgrounds of adult learners and recognise diversity.
About This Course
The New Zealand Certificate in Adult and Tertiary Teaching (Level 4) is designed for those starting out in adult or tertiary teaching (including workplace trainers, tutors, and community educators). The program gives a solid grounding in contemporary and culturally responsive pedagogical principles, planning, facilitation, assessment, and reflective practice. Through work-integrated learning and four targeted courses, students build skills to design and deliver meaningful learning experiences for adult learners, use learner-centred strategies, develop assessment tools, and continually improve teaching practice through feedback.
Course Content
- EDUC4101 Principles and Practices of Adult Learning
- EDUC4102 Plan to Facilitate Adult Learning
- EDUC4103 Facilitate Adult Learning Sessions
- EDUC4104 Reflection on Practice
- 40 hours of work-integrated learning in an adult/tertiary teaching setting
Entry Requirements
Applicants should be at least 16 years old.
Hold 40 credits at NCEA Level 1 (including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits), or a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2 or above, or a recognised equivalent.
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