Early Childhood Education
Shape the future of our tamariki (children) and study Early Childhood Education (ECE) at Wintec.
Te Paetahi Akoranga Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) is an Initial Teacher Education (ITE) degree, approved and monitored by the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand. You will learn a range of valuable skills including how children learn, how and what to teach, the integration of Māori and Pacific concepts and values, advocating for children and whānau (family), leadership strategies, and planning and organisational skills.
This programme has a high level of practicum hours in licensed early childhood education settings, where you will put theory into practice. This opportunity further develops your knowledge in becoming a creative and responsible educator and sets the way for a rewarding career in nurturing and educating children.
Explore our programmes below and transform your tomorrow at Wintec.
"Despite being a solo mother, I gathered the courage to study. It’s the best decision I’ve ever made. I have built some amazing friendships, expanded my knowledge about early childhood, and have achieved all my assessments."
"I worked in an early childhood centre and quickly realised how much joy it bought me. I completed the Bachelor in Teaching degree at Wintec. Enjoying my studies, I continued into the Postgraduate Certificate in Innovation, and I am now completing my Master's."
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