Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education)

Degree graduates from any discipline are enabled to gain specialist knowledge in the area of early childhood education with this qualification. Featuring a strong practical component, students benefit from hands-on learning and working alongside study commitments. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to apply for New Zealand teacher registration.

All applicants must:

• Hold a Level 7 Bachelor’s degree (360 credits), a Level 8 Bachelor’s degree with Honours (480 credits), a Level 9 Master’s degree (240), or a Level 7 New Zealand Diploma of Teaching (Primary) - Applicants who have gained their qualification outside of New Zealand have to provide an NZQA International Qualifications Assessment confirming the level and credit value of the bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrate your ability to meet the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand's Good Character and Fit to be Teacher Policy (2007) criteria
• Declare any physical or learning disability, or diverse needs that may impact on your performance as a student

International students are also required to provide proof of their English language competency by meeting the language criteria defined in Rule 18 of the NZQF Programme Approval and Accreditation Rules 2021 for a Level 7 qualification.