NZMA
This qualification is designed for learners who want foundational skills and knowledge in the education and care of infants, toddlers and young children in New Zealand. This introductory programme enables learners to begin training towards a career in Early Childhood Education, and offers learners a broad base in practical and theoretical skills to progress into further study (Level 4 certificates in NZMA) or work experience.
The Certificate in Early Childhood Education (Level 3) will provide you with introductory skills and knowledge in the education and care of infants, toddlers and young children in Aotearoa/New Zealand. Work experience in an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Setting will introduce you to the practical skills and experience needed to prepare for a career in this industry. If you’re looking to begin your training in ECE, this is the programme to start with.
Domestic students must be a minimum of 16 years of age at the time the programme commences
Must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Meet the minimum requirements of the NZMA Entry Assessment.
Have an acceptable New Zealand Police Vet before entry to the programme. If the programme begins before the Vet report has been received from the New Zealand Police, students may begin the programme but may not attend any practical experience at an ECE Service Provider until an acceptable report has been received.
YOUTH GUARANTEE
You can attend this course for free if you are aged 16-19 and meet the course entry requirements. This course is part of the government led Youth Guarantee Programme.
You can also get help with paying for travel to and from your course. This can all be sorted through Student Support.
TARGETED TRAINING AND APPRENTICESHIPS FUND (TTAF)
All our Trades courses and some Health courses are now free because they are focused on areas that are important for the New Zealand economy, and are part of the Government's Targeted Training and Apprenticeships Fund (TTAF). Find out more here.
FIRST YEAR FEES FREE
The first year of this course's fees are free when this is your first year of study. Ask NZMA to help or find out more here.
STUDENT LOANS
If you meet certain conditions you can get a student loan and allowances. Find out if you meet the conditions by calling StudyLink on Freephone 0800 88 99 00 or visit www.studylink.govt.nz.
COURSE COSTS
The cost can be different depending on the subject and duration of the course. View the course cost for New Zealand students here.
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