New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

UCOL

Subject area

Nannying and Early Childhood Care

Qualification

Duration

1

1 Year

Total student fees

$6,456

over 1 Year - details

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand with proficient early childhood educators who can provide and/or support the practice-based education and care of mokopuna - infants, toddlers, and young children in a range of early childhood contexts.

This qualification is intended for people who intend to work as early childhood educators or proceed to further study. This qualification does not lead to teacher registration.

Graduates may work independently or as part of a team in a range of early childhood contexts including those underpinned by specific philosophies, and to proceed to further study. It is also intended to enhance community outcomes.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

NCEA level 3 OR NZ or National Certificates in Early Childhood Education and Care (level 3 or level 4) or equivalent academic achievement.

Detailed requirements

See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.


Duration

1 Year


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$6,456 $6,456
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$5,596 $5,596
Total $12,052 $12,052

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

76%


National Graduate Outcomes

Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:

Median earnings N/A
Earnings range N/A
In employment N/A
In further study N/A
On a benefit N/A

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Phone: (06) 952 7000
Fax: (06) 952 7023
Email: enquiry@ucol.ac.nz
Web: http://www.ucol.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Where does this information come from?

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NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.

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