Level 7
NZD 32,000
(2024 intakes only)
52 study weeks
(Excluding holiday weeks)
Every Monday
(Except for end of year holiday)
160 points
A career in early childhood education is filled with opportunities for you to contribute to children’s learning – from working directly with children as an early childhood teacher, to developing curriculum, to sharing your knowledge with other aspiring early childhood professionals as a lecturer.
Degree graduates from any discipline gain specialist knowledge with this New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) approved qualification. Featuring a strong practical component, students benefit from hands-on learning and working alongside study commitments. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to apply for New Zealand teacher registration and provisional certification.
I chose to study with NZTC because of their outstanding early childhood education study programs. Their comprehensive curriculum, experienced faculty, and commitment to practical learning stood out to me. “The support from the college, including academic guidance, pastoral support and assistance with any administrative issues, has been invaluable. It’s such an enriching and seamless learning experience that eased my transition to life in New Zealand.
– Indian student, Mokshita Sobti Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education)
Our flexible modes of learning mean you can pursue the Graduate Diploma in Teaching (ECE) and maintain a balance between your study, work, family and other commitments.
Method of learning: Full-time
Mode of learning: Blended Learning
Level: 7
Duration: 52 study weeks (Excluding holiday weeks)
Start dates: Every Monday (Except for end of year holiday)
Credits: 160
Program fee: $32,000 (Programme fee is valid for 2024 intakes only and might change without notice.)
Study options in the North and South Islands
Every Monday, except for end of year holiday
Recognized by ACECQA which allows students to work anywhere in Australia
Centre-based learning modes to prepare students for work in a centre
teachingcouncil.nz | nzqa.govt.nz.
This New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) approved qualification features a strong practical component that is studied through the required Field Practice course, so that you can put your learning into practice. During Field Practice placements, you are exposed to a range of early childhood settings, age groups, teaching approaches and philosophies. Some of your Field Practice can be carried out in your Home Centre (the centre you may already be employed at).
All ECE qualified teachers are now included on Immigration New Zealand’s Green List as roles eligible for work to residence with two years of work experience.
Graduate Diploma ECE students can support a partner work visa.
All ECE qualified teachers are now included on Immigration New Zealand’s Green List as roles eligible for work to residence with two years of work experience.
Graduate Diploma ECE students can support a partner work visa.
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