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Private providerNew Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 5)
- Qualification
- Diploma
- NZQF level
- 5
- Duration
- 40 weeks
- Indicative fees
- NZ$25,500/yr
- Audience
- International students
Entry requirements
Must be 18+ years old; demonstrate ability to complete academic requirements, e.g. NZ Certificate in Early Education and Care (Level 4), NCEA Level 3, or equivalent; acceptable NZ Police Vet before entry; acceptable background including children's worker safety check.
English requirements
IELTS 6 (no band below 5.5)
“If English is not your first language, you will need to have achieved an IELTS Level 6.0 (Academic) with no sub-score less than 5.5, or equivalent.”
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Extracted from the official programme page · last confirmed 7 July 2026 · always confirm details with New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA) before applying.