Course catalogue / Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 5)
- Qualification
- Diploma
- NZQF level
- 5
- Duration
- 1 year full-time, including holidays; part-time study available
- Indicative fees
- NZ$7,688/yr
- Location
- Rotorua, Tauranga
- Audience
- International students
Entry requirements
Under 20 or international students need: NCEA Level 2 with passes in English/Te Reo Māori, OR NZ Certificate in ECE (Level 3), OR NZ Certificate in ECE (Level 4), OR evidence of ability to meet academic requirements. Requires information session, two character references, police vetting, and must be 17+ at course start.
English requirements
IELTS 6 (no band below 6)
“For applicants who come from non-English speaking backgrounds, an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 6.0 is required, or an equivalent relevant English Proficiency Outcome.”
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