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U-Skills Academy 2 Day New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Qualification
- Certificate
- NZQF level
- 3
- Duration
- Starting week of 09 Feb 2026, finishing week ending 25 Sep 2026; delivered 2 days per week, 9am-3pm
- Location
- UCOL Manawatū (Palmerston North), UCOL Wairarapa (Masterton), UCOL Whanganui
- Audience
- Domestic students
Entry requirements
For Year 12-13 secondary school learners (NZ Citizens, permanent residents or students with an applicable visa allowing enrolment in secondary school), aged 16 years or over. Applications received from participating schools. Recommended school subjects: Maths, English. Police Vetting Check required as per Vulnerable Children's Act.
English requirements
“If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS or equivalent, including TOEFL. Contact the info centre for more details.”
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