New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 6)
Domestic students - Due to high demand, enrolments for this qualification have closed for 2024.
Our next intake will be January 2025.
This Level 6 Diploma can also be studied as the second year of our Bachelor of Teaching (ECE) subject to entry criteria. This degree program leads to NZ Teacher Registration. If you’d like to learn more about this study option, please contact our Admissions Team on (09) 520 4000 or click HERE
Method:
Full-time
Mode:
Blended/Online
Level:
6
Duration:
1 year (Full-time)
Credits:
120
This program equips students with an in-depth pedagogical knowledge of the major early childhood curriculum areas: language, literacy, the creative arts, mathematics, science and technology; family and community; and foundations for leadership in an early childhood context.
| Code | Course |
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| EC631C | Language, Literacy and the Creative Arts |
| EC632C | Infants and Toddlers |
| EC633C | Mathematics, Science and Technology |
| EC634C | Families, Communities and Society |
| EC635C | Growing Teachers as Leaders |
| EC731C | Tiriti-based Early Childhood Education |
| EC695C | Field Practice 2 |
| EC642C | Wellbeing of the Child 2 |
| EC644C | Child Study 2 |
All applicants must:
- Have completed the New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 5) or equivalent
- Demonstrate your ability to meet the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand’s Good Character and Fit to be Teacher Policy (2007) criteria
- Provide written referee report(s)
- Satisfy New Zealand Police Clearance conditions
- Declare any physical or learning disability, or diverse needs that may impact on their performance as a student
- Applicants may be required to succeed in a personal interview
Please note:
- Other special admission categories may be applied for and granted at the discretion of the College
- Credit for prior formal learning may be awarded towards this qualification at the discretion of the College
Language Entry Criteria:
International students are required to provide proof of their English language competency by meeting the language criteria defined in Rule 18 of the NZQF Programme Approval and Accreditation Rules 2021 for a level 6 qualification.
Domestic students with English as an additional language are required to provide proof of their English language competency. More information on language entry criteria can be found in Frequently Asked Questions. If you have further queries, please email admissions@nztertiarycollege.ac.nz.
Domestic and International Applicants studying outside New Zealand:
- Must have turned 16 years of age prior to starting the program
International Applicants Studying in New Zealand
- Must have turned 18 years of age prior to starting the program
- Students enrolled in the Blended Learning mode are required to undertake work experience (paid or voluntary) in a licensed early childhood centre for a minimum of 16 hours per week throughout the program
- Engage in online discussions
International students will also be required to:
- Attend tutorials for a minimum of four hours per week throughout the program
Students wishing to complete the Field Practice course are required to complete 40 days of full-time Field Practice during the program.
Blended Learning
This mode of learning blends the flexibility of online learning with workplace learning and practical experience. All students have access to NZTC Online for learning including course materials, research and support materials, and assessment submission and return, while learning in their workplace.
Online
Online is a flexible mode of learning without face-to-face attendance requirements. All study is conducted through NZTC Online. Courses are completed and assessed online, and you are part of an online learning community where you can interact with other students and lecturers through online discussion forums to assist your learning.
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2024 Fees NZD
Domestic students - $6,464
International students - $23,000
2025 Fees NZD
Domestic students - $6,848
International students - $26,000
The following fees are also required:
- Student Fee Insurance $50
Covers the insurance to protect student fees. The fee is based upon one stage of study. - Student ID card $30
One off payment at beginning of study. Students must submit a photo for a student card to be produced. Replacement cards for lost or stolen cards are $30. - Police Vetting Fee $25
One off payment at beginning of study. - NZQA Reporting Fee $10
Covers the cost of reporting qualification to NZQA.
If you are applying for Credit Recognition and Transfer (CRT):
- CRT Assessment Fee $95
The fee is non-refundable even if no CRT credit is awarded.
International students may also be required to pay the following fees:
- Homestay Placement $350
This fee is non-refundable even if no homestay is taken by the student.
- Medical and Travel Insurance $861 (approx)/annum
Insurance purchased from NZTC meets the conditions for insurance stipulated in the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students. All insurance submitted to NZTC will be evaluated to ensure it meets the conditions. If the insurance does not, no Confirmation of Enrolment will be issued. Please check HERE .
New Zealand Tertiary College qualifications have been designed to link easily into each other, providing you with a flexible range of pathway options into higher level study.
Upon completion of the New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 6) you may be eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Education (ECE) or Bachelor of Teaching (ECE). Graduation from the Bachelor of Teaching (ECE) results in eligibility to apply for New Zealand teacher registration. Entry criteria and field practice requirements apply.
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