New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care

Academic:

There are no mandatory prerequisites to meet regulatory body or legislative requirements for this qualification.

Safety checks:

Completion of this qualification requires practical experience within an early childhood setting. These placements will require the candidate to pass a safety check consistent with the requirements of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014.
For more information on the Vulnerable Children Act 2014, safety checking regulations, and guidelines see http://childrensactionplan.govt.nz/.

Regulatory:

Programmes must reflect quality practice and maintain currency with amendments to, and replacements of, relevant legislation, regulations, Australia/New Zealand standards (AS/NZS), and security responsibilities including cyber safety.

Current legislation and regulations can be accessed at http://legislation.govt.nz

Current regulatory framework and licensing criteria for ECE can be accessed from the Ministry of Education at http://www.education.govt.nz/

Current AS/NZS standards can be accessed at http://standards.co.nz

Relevant ECE codes of ethics.

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand with people who can participate in the education and care of infants, toddlers, and young children in an entry-level carer role in a range of early childhood contexts, and/or who can proceed to further study.
Graduates will contribute to improving society and community wellbeing outcomes and strengthening families.
The ECE setting will determine the specific requirements and the level of supervision under which graduates will operate, which will generally be direct supervision.

Status one year after study

Employment rate two years after study

37%

Employment rate two years after study

Main Campus Office

Phone: (09) 4243055
Fax: (09) 424 3065
Email: amanda@nannyacademy.ac.nz
Web: http://www.nannyacademy.ac.nz