New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4)

Summary

Interested in working with infants toddlers or young children? Study the UCOL New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care.

##### Quick info

Level: 4

Locations: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL Horowhenua in Levin,  UCOL Whanganui, UCOL Wairarapa in Masterton

Duration: 19 weeks full-time
(See Course Hours & Duration for details)

Dates:
Palmerston North
17 Feb 2025 – 27 Jun 2025
21 Jul 2025 - 28 Nov 2025

Whanganui 
21 Jul 2025 - 28 Nov 2025

Masterton
21 Jul 2025 - 28 Nov 2025

Levin
21 Jul 2025 – 28 Nov 2025

Domestic Fees: *
$3,784.00

Scholarship info

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International Fees:*
$13,307.00

Additional Fees

Compulsory course costs may apply.

* Fees are indicative only, and are inclusive of the student services levy and GST (goods and services tax). The fee shown is for one semester of study.

Need Some Advice?Apply NowPDFEnrolment Guide and Form - Domestic StudentsDownload the Enrolment Guide and Form - Domestic Students.The UCOL New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care will provide you with the opportunity pathway into a rewarding career caring for infants, toddlers and young children. 

You'll gain skills to work in multicultural settings, and play a key role enhancing family and community relationships.

New study options available:  We are offering weekend study options for this programme in Palmerston North, specifically for those in employment and the homecare early childhood education sector. 

Industry experience
As part of your studies, you'll participate in 60 hours of practicum studies in an early childhood setting organised by UCOL.