Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education)
Qualification Type Graduate Diploma
Level 7
Credits 120
Subject Area
  • Education » Teacher Education » Teacher Education: Early Childhood (Pre-Service)
Strategic Purpose Statement
The aim of the Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education) is to equip ākonga with a recognised, flexible and applied teaching qualification in the early childhood education context. Practical courses connect theory with practice and are strongly aligned with sector needs to ensure work-ready graduates equipped with skills and knowledge required for teaching positions or for further study at postgraduate level.
Graduate profile
Graduates of this programme will be able to:
1. Apply in-depth understanding and knowledge of te Tiriti o Waitangi, te reo Māori and tikanga Māori in early childhood education settings to support Māori learners to enjoy educational success as Māori;
2. Utilise skills for engaging appropriately and effectively with tamariki, their parents, families and whānau, as well as colleagues, stakeholder professionals and external organisations;
3. Utilise current research and critical reflection to analyse effective practices to continually improve design for learning and teaching during practicum in early childhood education settings; and
4. Apply professional learning and collaboration within and beyond their early childhood education settings
Education pathways
This programme provides a pathway for those with an existing degree qualification to become a qualified
early childhood teacher.
Graduates of the programme will be able to enter postgraduate study in areas related to education.
Employment pathways
This programme leads to employment in early childhood education and other teaching settings, and related
education sector positionsTo find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Entry Requirements Not available
Education Organisation Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Developed By Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 4447
Status Current
Created 2021-12-24 09:26:16.43

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