Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education)
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Subject area
Teacher Education: Early Childhood (Pre-Service)
Qualification
Duration
3 Years
Total student fees
$16,248
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The aim of the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) is to equip ākonga with a recognised, flexible and applied teaching qualification in the early childhood education context. Practical courses connect theory with practice and are strongly aligned with sector needs to ensure work-ready graduates equipped with skills and knowledge required for teaching positions or for further study at postgraduate level.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic Entry Requirements: To be considered for selection into this programme, applicants must be at least 17 years of age at the time of entry, complete all application forms and satisfy one of the following criteria: * Hold University Entrance (as defined by NZQA) OR a recognised equivalent such as International Baccalaureate or Cambridge International * Applicants who have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold University Entrance will be eligible to be enrolled where their previous educational, work or life experience/s indicate to the satisfaction of Open Polytechnic that they have the skills and ability to study at a tertiary level. Open Polytechnic has: * Policies and procedures outlining the criteria for how decisions will be made on whether a candidate has the ability to study at a tertiary level; * Monitoring of äkonga progress to enable them to meet the Standards (in a supported environment) by graduation; * Appropriate support mechanisms in place; and * Exit pathways for äkonga who are clearly not achieving the academic or professional experience outcomes and are unlikely to be able to meet the Standards (in a supported environment) by the end of the programme. The Academic Registrar may refuse to admit, to enrol or may cancel a student's enrolment if the person: (a) is not of good character (b) has been guilty of misconduct or breach of discipline (c) has enrolled full time in another institution or school (d) has made insufficient progress in study or training after a reasonable trial period at the Polytechnic or another institution (e) has failed to pay the Polytechnic fees (f) has provided false personal information at the time of enrolment. Domestic Language Entry Requirements: All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language competency prior to acceptance in the programme. Evidence of this will be provided by * NZ University Entrance
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
3 Years
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$5,416 | $16,248 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$10,900 | $32,701 |
| Total | $16,316 | $48,949 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
85%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
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| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (04) 913 5300
Fax: (04) 913 5308
Email: customerservices@openpolytechnic.ac.nz
Web: http://www.openpolytechnic.ac.nz
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