Certificate in Early Childhood and Care - Centre Based (Level 4)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 4 |
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About the course
This programme is designed for people who are involved in the care and education of children in a variety of Early Childhood Education (ECE) settings including care centres and playgroups.
In this course, you’ll gain real industry experience with 4 weeks of practical experience in an Early Childhood setting.
You’ll gain life skills including CV and interview preparation that will you ready for work. Learn how to create and use age-appropriate resources for the development of infants, toddlers, and or young children.
This qualification is recognised internationally for those who would like to travel and work as a nanny or au-pair. This programme also provides a pathway into our Diploma in Early Childhood Level 5 programme.
Entry requirements
- Domestic students need to be 17 years of age or older at the time the programme commences.
- Be reliable, responsible and in good health.
- Hold a New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education (Level 3) or NCEA Level 2, or equivalent.
- Or for those with relevant ECE work experience, a referee who knows the applicant in a professional capacity to provide a confidential referee report in support of the application. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
- Meet the minimum requirements of the NZMA Entry Assessment.
- Have an acceptable safety check (New Zealand Police Vet) prior to beginning of practical experience; home-based must be employed in a licenced Home-based ECE service, produce reference and attestation letter which includes current police vetting information from HB employer. If the programme begins before the Vet report has been received from the New Zealand Police, students may begin the programme but may not attend any practical experience at an ECE Service Provider until an acceptable report has been received.
International students
- International students need to be 18 years of age or older.
- If English is not your first language, an IELTS of Level 5.5 (General or Academic) with no sub-score less than 5, or equivalent is required
- International students must have travel and medical insurance and a valid visa.
About the provider
If you want a career in hospitality, cookery, business, contact centre, retail, construction, electrical engineering, health, plumbing and gasfitting or early childhood then NZMA is a great choice!
We have seven thriving campuses - four in Auckland (Sylvia Park, Auckland City, Manukau and Otahuhu), one in Hamilton, Wellington plus a dedicated construction training facility in Otahuhu. So wherever you live, NZMA has got you covered!
All of our campuses are fully equipped with purpose-built, top of the line facilities. From bars, cafes and commercial kitchens, to retail shops, live contact centre suites and construction workshops - our realistic workplace training environments will get you work-ready quicker.