Students of the programme will learn about: Human development and learning Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Te Ao Māori Belonging and well-being Professional relationships

Provide a New Zealand Police Check (using the NZ Police and Vetting Consent to Disclosure of Information form) that demonstrates that the applicant has no criminal record and thus meets the requirements to work with at risk and vulnerable children as required by the Vulnerable Children Act (2014); Sign a statement agreeing to the release of pertinent information relevant to the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 that a Childcare centre may request; Be 17 years of age or over at the commencement of the programme; Provide one photograph that meets the criteria defined by the New Zealand passport office; Applicants must be prepared to meet the requirements of the practicum; Provide two satisfactory written referee reports; Complete all required admission documentation; Proof of English proficiency