Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Primary Education)

Open Polytechnic of New Zealand

Subject area

Teacher Education: Primary (Pre-Service)

Qualification

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Entry requirements

Applicants must havean undergraduate degree.. Students who have completed a Bachelor of Teaching (PrimaryEducation) are not eligible for enrolment in this programme.All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. Ways in which this may be demonstrated, besides by New Zealand University Entrance, are detailed in the current Teaching Council Initial Teacher Education Requirements.Applicants must meet the Teaching Council's 'character and fitness' criteria and the requirements of the Children's Act 2014. Entry into the programme is subject to a selection process which includes Police vetting, confidential referee reports, personal declarations, an interviewand a literacy and numeracy assessment. Additional criteria apply; seewebsite for details.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The aim of the Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Primary Education) is to equip ākonga with a recognised, flexible and applied teaching qualification in primary education. Practical courses connect theory with practice and are strongly aligned with sector needs to ensure work-ready graduates equipped with skills and knowledge required for teaching positions or for further study at postgraduate level.