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Course details

Ko Te Ha o Te Reo (Introductory Māori)

About the course

Take the first step into speaking Te Reo Māori.

This course is a great for beginners wishing to develop an introductory understanding of Te Reo Māori by introducing basic phrases, correct Te Reo pronunciation and an introduction to the Māori culture.

All students are welcomed into a fun, safe and comfortable environment where their confidence and love for Te Reo Māori can blossom.

You will learn:

  • how to introduce yourself

  • to confidently meet and greet others in Te Reo Maori

  • basic knowledge of Tikanga Māori (Māori practices and protocols)

  • Knowledge of vowels and correct pronunciation of Te Reo Māori through games and songs.

Timetable

Whangārei:

  • Monday 5PM - 8PM; OR

  • Tuesday 5PM - 8PM; OR

  • Friday 9AM - 1PM

Kerikeri:

  • Wednesday 5PM - 7PM

Tutorial: 10am–12noon Friday

Online Component: 1–2 hours per week

Noho marae

There will be one Noho marae (6 PM Friday - Sunday 12 noon, 25–27 November 2022). Food is provided.​ Staying/sleeping overnight on the marae is optional.

About the provider

NorthTec is part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology (Te Pūkenga). Te Pūkenga brings the Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs) and the arranging training activities of certain Industry Training Organisations (ITOs) together to create a national network.

As one national network, Te Pūkenga will provide flexible, career-focused learning that fits around your life – on-the-job, on campus and online. Helping our people, our communities and our workforces grow and thrive together.

NorthTec has campuses and learning centres in Whangarei, Ngāwhā/Kaikohe, Kerikeri, Dargaville and Kaitaia. 

We’re transforming lives right here in Te Tai Tokerau, Northland so whether you imagine yourself as a chef, a nurse, or dream of getting a job in a trade, check out our over 100 programmes and enrol now for a brighter future.