Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Toi Ohomai Institute of TechnologyBachelor of Teaching Early Childhood Education
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Bachelor's Degree
Duration
3 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Windermere Campus
Summary
This teaching degree prepares you to work as a trained teacher in early childhood education. Once you graduate, you’ll be able to apply for your teacher registration. And our graduates are in demand! Enthusiastic, motivated students often get job offers following their placements.
During your study you'll learn the principles of the national early childhood curriculum, Te Whāriki. You'll deepen your understanding of child development and cultural diversity.
Biculturalism is embedded into the course. You'll enhance your knowledge of te ao Māori (Māori world view) and mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge).
As part of the course you spend time working at an early childhood centre – we find the placements for you! With supervision from qualified teachers you'll develop your confidence in children’s learning.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
Bachelor of Early Bachelor of Teaching Early Childhood Education: Te Tohu Paetahi Whakaako Kōhungahunga
Additional qualifications included:
Diploma in Early Childhood Education
Entry criteria
To be admitted to this course, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be 17 years old or older;
- If you are under 20 years old you must meet academic requirements for New Zealand University Entrance or equivalent, AND have four NCEA Level 2 (or higher) credits in both reading and writing;
- You must have evidence of academic ability (success at NZQA Level 4 or equivalent) and ability to succeed. This may be demonstrated through personal references or testimonials of life and work experience; AND
- You are required to pass a literacy and numeracy test
Additional Requirements
- Submit and pass a police check and declare any criminal convictions before enrolment, AND
- Provide two character references
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