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Universities New Zealand Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus Courses Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 3)

Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 3)
at Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus

Christchurch, New Zealand

Tuition Fee NZ$ 10,775
Country Rank#18
Duration5 Months
Score IELTS: 5.5

Program Overview

The New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care will prepare you to participate in the care and education of infants, toddlers and young children in entry-level carer roles, and for higher level study leading to a teaching qualification.

Taught by supportive tutors in a practical learning environment, the programme covers: early childhood learning and development progression; bicultural framework for childhood learning in Aotearoa New Zealand; planning learning experiences for young children; health, safety and wellbeing in the early childhood environment; ethical responsibilities and professional practice; basic Te Reo Maori and tikanga Maori specific to the early childhood environment.

The programme also includes a work placement practicum in an early childhood setting where you can apply what you're learning. Courses are timetabled during school hours to cater for students with children.

Course Content
Level 3
- Child Learning and Development
- Health and Wellbeing in Practice
- Professional Practice
- Community Engagement
Entry Requirement
English Requirements
What if English is not my first Language?

If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study.

Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
If you are a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident, complete an Admission and Enrolment form and Ara will contact you regarding a free assessment.

If you are not a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent resident, book an IELTS or other test through the Ara Examination Centre or in your home country.

IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.
What if I have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance?

You do not need to provide additional evidence of English Language skills.

Overall IELTS 5.5 Academic
- 5.0 Listening
- 5.0 Reading
- 5.0 Writing
- 5.0 Speaking
Fees & Scholarships
International Fee
$10,775 per year
Career Prospect
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge needed for entry-level positions in a range of early childhood contexts. These positions provide experience that supports further study towards a teaching qualification.

Cost Of Studying At Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 3) at Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus