This programme empowers student teachers to develop specialist knowledge, meaningful relationships, and practical skills through current, thoughtfully designed courses and substantial experience in early childhood settings — preparing them to deliver high-quality care and education for children, whānau, and communities.
What you will learn:
Through Cavalli College’s blended study modes of learning, including online access, face-to-face and practice-based classroom teaching experiences, along with our unique student support, you will:
- Examine the foundations of early childhood education in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
- Gain knowledge of a range of relevant educational theories and approaches.
- Engage in the latest curriculum learning.
- Grow in confidence to care for and educate infants, toddlers and young children alongside qualified and experienced teachers.
- Explore practices to ensure healthy, safe and culturally inclusive environments.
- Gain skills in communication and collaboration with children, families and colleagues.
Why study with Cavalli College?
Learn from Leading Experts
Engage with passionate, experienced educators who are recognised leaders in the ECE sector.
Cutting-Edge Curriculum
Newly developed programmes, connecting theory to real-world teaching through practical, relevant assessments and a strong focus on intentional teaching.
Designed with the Sector, for the Sector
Programmes are shaped through deep consultation with trusted ECE organisations and leaders across Aotearoa.
Wrap-Around Support
Personalised academic and pastoral support every step of the way. Your success is our priority!
Hands-On, Practice-Based Learning
Professional experience placements enabling you to put theory into practice.
Hands-on, practice-based learning:
- Weekly extensive classroom experiences in quality ECE settings.
- Two 20-day professional experience placements aligned with NZ Teaching Council requirements.
- Regional college classroom Learning Hubs.
Achieving this qualification will help you to:
- Be a more informed, practice-based teacher of children in early childhood settings.
- Gain employment in early childhood centres and other related services.
- Positively contribute to teaching teams and communities.
- Pathway to higher learning and teacher registration.