Whakairo - Carving - Kāwai Raupapa - Certificate in Māori and Indigenous Art (Level 4)

If you’ve always wanted to learn about whakairo (Māori carving), this programme is a great place to start. You’ll complete practical projects and learn the hands-on processes for carving. 

Our kaiako (tutors) are experienced carvers who’ll teach you the techniques, history and tikanga associated with the ancient art form of whakairo. 

When you pass this programme, you'll get this qualification:

• New Zealand Certificate in Ngā Toi Level 4 (Whakairo)

You'll learn about:

• Māori patterns and designs
• time and project management
• drawing and design
• technical skill in carving
• other toi practitioners
• rangahau (research)
• history, tikanga and cultural practices relating to carving.

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.

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