Early Childhood Education (ECE) (Level 3)
About the programme
Do you have an interest in early childhood education? This programme will introduce you to the practical and theoretical skills needed in the ECE industry.
Gain a head-start and get a taste of what a future career in ECE could look like. Learn about the value of play, the importance of relationships, safe practices, development and learning, and Te Whāriki: He whāriki mātauranga mō ngā mokopuna o Aotearoa Early childhood curriculum.
Once completed, these credits count towards your NCEA Level 2 and 3 qualifications. You may also have the fundamental skills and knowledge to move onto a full-time study in the Wintec Te Paetahi Akoranga Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) programme.
Vocational pathway: Social and Community Services
Programme code: WTA015
Programme modules: Community Services
NCEA level: Level 3
Number of credits: 27
Criteria: Students enrolled in the WTA must still attend secondary school and keep up with their normal school work.
Duration of programme: 31 weeks
Programme structure: 1 day per week (8.30am-3pm) during the school term.
Location: Hamilton City Campus
Cost: Free to the student
Transport: To be arranged with your school and, if applicable, covered by WTA
Further details: www.youthguarantee.net.nz
Contacts: You must enrol through your school. Please see your careers advisor.
Programme modules
| Unit Standard | Title | Version | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10013 | Explain the relevance of the New Zealand Early Childhood Curriculum Te Whaariki as a framework for programme development | 8 | 3 | 2 |
| 29857 | Describe patterns of development and learning for young mokopuna/children | 2 | 2 | 5 |
| 26708 | Develop respectful, reciprocal, and responsive relationships with children in an ECE service | 5 | 3 | 4 |
| 26707 | Describe the value of play and create resources for children’s learning and development in an early childhood setting | 5 | 3 | 4 |
| 10019 | Describe and contribute to safe practices and a safe environment for children in an ECE service | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| 29867 | Demonstrate knowledge of diverse whanau/families and use a range of effective communication strategies in an ECE service | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| 29869 | Demonstrate knowledge of ethical responsibility to guide practice in an early childhood setting | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Total NZQA Credits | 27 |
