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 the region's largest provider of tertiary education, with multiple campuses and learning centres from Whangārei to our northernmost site in 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.
Our largest campus is based at Raumanga, Whangārei, with the Future Trades campus in Dyer Street, and a Learning Centre in Kensington Stadium. There are also regional campuses in Ngāwhā and Kaitaia. We also have some online courses, providing education to people across the whole motu. NorthTec works in collaboration with other education providers, industry, iwi, and charitable trusts to provide industry specific,up-to-date training for all Te Tai Tokerau.