Te Kumanu Raeroa - New Zealand Certificate in Tiaki Kuia Koroua (Level 3)

Do you work with, or aspire to work with, kuia and koroua in our community? If so, Te Kumanu Raeroa will give you the right skills to support our kaumātua (older people) in a way that’s most appropriate for their needs.

 This introductory programme combines tikanga with an understanding of health services to ensure kuia, koroua and their whānau are not only well looked after, but also cherished, understood and empowered in the community. 

Tauira enrolled in this programme are encouraged to bring their own digital device to download resources to support their studies. 

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

• New Zealand Certificate in Tiaki Kuia, Koroua Level 3

You'll learn about:

• different views of ageing and support systems
• tikanga, legislation and hauora
• whānau kaitiaki roles and responsibilities for kuia and koroua
• age related diseases and care approaches
• end of life care to tiaki kuia and koroua.

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.