Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education)
Do you want to work with young children? Study early childhood education and develop the skills and knowledge required to make a difference in the lives of children, their whÄnau, and society.
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In this practical, field-based programme, you will develop the skills required to become a competent, informed, and reflective early childhood teacher who is committed to young children and their learning and development.
You can earn while you learn, by working at least 12 hours a week in an early childhood centre from day one, plus spending 2 days a week on campus where you will learn to relate your teaching practice to theory. Teaching staff are always on hand to provide pastoral care, and there are also numerous student support services available on campus.
You will also experience a range of practicum placements at other early childhood centres for 16 weeks over three years. When you graduate, you'll be eligible to become a certified teacher in Aotearoa New Zealand.
CAREER OPTIONS
- Early childhood teacher
- Head teacher in an early childhood setting
- Home-based coordinator/educator
- Manager in an early childhood education centre
- Hospital play specialist
- Nanny
- Early year primary school teacher