Certificate in Rongoā (Level 4)

Become a kaitiaki of our rongoā Māori and connect with the mātauranga (knowledge) of our tūpuna (ancestors) to address the wellness needs of today. This programme will introduce you to the natural world of rongoā. 

Learn about the customs and protocols that surrounds rongoā as you develop an understanding of the Māori world view. Be part of the revival of traditional and contemporary rongoā practices in Aotearoa, and gain insight and understanding to know, appreciate, and respect rongoā but not yet use it or advise others on how to use it - that will take further study. 

Upon successful completion of this programme, you will receive the following qualification:

• New Zealand Certificate in Tikanga (Rongoā) Level 4

You'll learn about:

• the relationship and differences between rongoā and hauora (health)
• tikanga (Māori customs and practices) and te reo Māori associated with harvesting rongoā
• relationships between ngā atua Māori and rongoā.

Established in 1984, Te Wānanga o Aotearoa will provide holistic education opportunities of the highest quality for Māori, peoples of Aotearoa and the world.

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa is one of New Zealand's largest tertiary education providers. We offer a comprehensive range of certificate to degree level qualifications to New Zealanders of all ages and walks of life.

Operating from over 80 locations throughout the country, we provide a unique learning environment. We aim to overcome barriers to learning, and to meet the needs of all within the communities we serve.

Guided by Māori principles and values, we take great pride in this nurturing and inclusive learning environment, as well as the depth and diversity of our courses in small business, computing, social work, teaching, Māori performing arts and te reo Māori.