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New Zealand Certificate in Education Support and Care

SIT

Subject area

Teacher Education not elsewhere classified

Qualification

Duration

14 Weeks

Total student fees

$2,226

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

This qualification is for individuals who are existing education support/ teacher aides or seeking an education support/ teacher aide position.
Graduates will be able to work under supervision, and effectively support learning from early childhood to tertiary and community education.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

All Applicants: All applicants wishing to undertake this programme of study are required to submit the following with their application: Evidence of having secured a practicum venue where they can participate in supporting students while under supervision; Evidence of having completed a safety check as required to comply with the requirements of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. Applicants under 20 years: Applicants should be a minimum of 16 years of age, and have attained NCEA Level 2. Applicants over 20 years: Applicants over the age of 20 years at time of enrolment will be considered where they can demonstrate the ability to succeed in a programme. Examples of demonstration of ability to succeed are the provision of evidence of successful completion of a programme of study at level 2 or above in a related discipline and/or employment in the related sector for one or more years. They may be admitted subject to programme regulations approved by the Head of Faculty in consultation with the Programme Manager as appropriate. Personal commitment and a belief in one s own ability to succeed are important personal traits and will always be taken into consideration during the selection process.

Detailed requirements

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


Duration

14 Weeks


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$2,226 $2,226
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$1,683 $1,683
Total $3,908 $3,908

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


Student Success

68%


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

All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Free phone: 0800 478 839
Phone: (03) 211 2699
Fax: (03) 214 4977
Email: info@sit.ac.nz
Web: http://www.sit.ac.nz

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

Where does this information come from?

The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.

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

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