In today's busy world, trained professionals are in demand to provide quality education and care for young children, in either home or group care settings.
The provision of this programme recognises the need for quality childcare and early childhood education for families. The demand for top class nannies is rapidly growing both nationally and internationally and this is reflected in the range of employment options for graduating students.
The New Zealand Certificate in Nanny Education programme works to the nationally and internationally recognised NEONZ curriculum.
The New Zealand Certificate in Nanny Education programme enables graduates to function competently as Professional Nanny Educators in child education and care, as well as family support. In particular, the programme is designed to:
- Promote child well-being within the family context
- Enhance child and family health
- Promote affection and acceptance of children and their families
- Enhance and promote learning experiences
- Recognise and support students as life-long learners.
Upon graduation you will receive the New Zealand Certificate in Nanny Education, which has NZQA approval. Graduates may work as professional nannies in New Zealand or overseas or go on to further training in early childhood education.
As a Professional Nanny Educator, you can enter an exciting and challenging career. You can work with children and their families during periods of rapid change in their lives, developing sound child-centred and child-directed practice.
Possible jobs and career opportunities can include:
- Private Nanny
- Employment through a Nanny Agency
- Home-based care
- Overseas employment.
This programme provides a balance of academic study and practical activities.
Fifty percent of the programme is theory or academic study and the other fifty percent is practice-based experience and workshops. Classes are scheduled between 9 am and 4 pm, Monday through Thursday. Friday is a non-contact time for tutor-directed or self-directed activities.
Students are required to work with children and families in a variety of settings throughout the programme including placements with:
- A rural family
- An urban family
- A family with a child with Special Support Needs
- A family with an infant 0 - 6 months
- Live-in experience.
Topics covered include:
- Human Development
- Infant and Child Care
- Play
- Family Studies in New Zealand
- Health and Safety
- Injury Prevention
- Home Management
- Food Studies
- Special Needs
- Communication
- Professional Skills
- Practicum - placement as a nanny
- Study Skills
Assessment is based on:
- Practical skills and assignments
- Written and verbal tests
- Self evaluation
- Participation in discussion and workshops
- Attendance
- Recognition of prior learning.
Contexts for Practice
- Family Studies in New Zealand / Aotearoa
- Home Management
- Practicum (400 hours)
Development and Learning
- Human Development
- Learning Through Play
- Special Support Needs
- Communication with Children
Health and Well-being
- Health Studies
- Food Studies
- Infant / Child Care
- Injury Prevention
Professional Development
- Professional Communication
- Preparation for Employment
- Kaupapa Maori
February34 weeks full-time
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| NZ Citizens/Residents | |
| Approximately $4,446.20 | |
| International | |
| Fees available on enquiry | |
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| NZ Citizens/Residents | |
| School Leavers must have a minimum of four years secondary schooling and show potential to study at a tertiary level [Level 5 on Register of Quality Assured Qualifications]. (EIT recommends students have NCEA Level 2 as a minimum) Mature applicants require no formal secondary qualification but need to show evidence of their potential to study at tertiary level (Level 5). For all applicants who do not have English as their first language an IELTS score of 5.5 Academic or higher is required. Please see the application pack for the detailed process for selection Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis to those able to provide evidence of competencies as specified. | |
| International | |
| IELTS 5.5 Academic and good school records. | |
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For more information see our International Section