Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education)

Qualification: Graduate Diploma
NZQF level: 7
Duration: 1.25 years (Full time), 18hrs/week, 2x40 day blocks
Location: Milford, Auckland, New Zealand
Audience: International students

Entry requirements

Applicants must have a NZ Diploma of Teaching (Primary) level 7, a Bachelor degree at level 7 (360 credits), a Bachelor degree with honours at level 8 (480 credits) or a Master's degree at level 9 (240 credits), or an equivalent overseas qualification. Must meet Children's Act 2014 requirements including ID verification, education/work history, references, interview, and police vetting. Must demonstrate literacy and numeracy competency equivalent to University Entrance.

English requirements

“International applicants must provide evidence of meeting English language requirements according to the Teaching Council's Language competency for teaching in Aotearoa New Zealand.”

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Extracted from the official programme page · last confirmed 7 July 2026 · always confirm details with Cavalli College Limited before applying.