Course catalogue / New Zealand School of Education
NZ Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4)
- Qualification
- Certificate
- NZQF level
- 4
- Duration
- 18 weeks including holidays
- Location
- Nationwide (Online)
- Audience
- Domestic students
Entry requirements
Recommended NCEA Level 1 or 2 or NZ Certificate in ECE (Level 3) or equivalent knowledge/skills/experience; compulsory Police Vetting; two referees (not family or friends); an interview and short statement of intent on why the learner wishes to pursue an ECE qualification; access to a laptop/desktop with internet and minimum 10-inch screen.
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