Te Pōkaitahi Tikanga (Mātauranga Māori) (Kaupae 2)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 2 |
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About the course
Overview
*Subject to NZQA approval.
Develop a basic understanding of tikanga
Tikanga is a set of traditional practices or behaviours unique to specific situations. The idea comes from the Māori word ‘tika’ which means ‘right’ and encompasses the idea of doing what is right for the collective.
Come join our NorthTec whanau and embrace Māori culture!
Our tutors are passionate, warm, welcoming, and dedicated to making you feel comfortable and supported on your learning journey. The course is open to people of all cultures and backgrounds.
Founded on a Māori world view this course will give you an introduction to tikanga and give you the skills and knowledge to participate in tikanga practices. No matter if your interest is personal or professional, this course is the perfect way to start engaging with Māori culture.
This course has a blended learning style incorporating face-to-face and online giving you flexibility to learn around your commitments.
A workbook is supplied to all ākonga to support their learning.
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
- describe the fundamental application of cultural concepts where tikanga are applied and practiced as an expression of mana ao tūroa;
- apply basic reo structures and tikanga practices as an expression of mana reo;
- apply basic factual knowledge to describe tikanga as they apply to kaitiakitanga in the expression of mana whenua;
- engage and interact with others to carry out basic aspects of ngā tikanga as an expression of mana tangata.
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.
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