Certificate in [Specialty] Education

Gain the confidence and skills to work with children in an unqualified position in an early childhood centre or as a teacher aide in a primary school. The Certificate in [Specialty] Education covers the initial theory and practice relevant to primary, early childhood or early childhood Pacific settings. Students who complete this certificate may be eligible to enter the second year of the Bachelor of Education, which leads to teaching careers in early childhood or primary education.

Quick Facts

Entry Requirements

Minimum entry requirements

  • University Entrance (NCEA, CIE or IB)
  • Police clearance
  • Two referee reports
  • Applicants must be at least 17 years of age

Selection criteria

  • Interview
  • Reference
  • CV
  • Experience working with young children
  • Personal declaration

English language requirements

IELTS (academic) 6.5 or higher overall with 6.5 in all bands

Majors

Additional Majors and Minors

Additional majors and minors

Structure and Content

Early Childhood

Professional practice:

  • Workplace experience
  • Role of the teacher

Teaching of the curriculum:

  • Infants and toddlers
  • The young child
  • Te Whāriki

Studies in education:

  • History of New Zealand education

Primary teaching

Professional practice

  • Work experience
  • Role of teachers

Teaching the curriculum

  • English, mathematics, arts, science, innovative learning environments.

Studies in education

  • History of New Zealand education

Career Opportunities

Assisting teachers in an early childhood centre or primary school.

Testimonials