Study Options
Early childhood education offers a fulfilling and rewarding career. In Christchurch, you can study at leading institutions like Ara Institute of Technology, Te Rito Maioha, and the University of Canterbury.
These providers offer a range of study options to suit your needs, from Level 3 certificates to bachelor's and postgraduate diplomas, with both on-site and online learning available.
For more details, follow the links below or reach out to the supportive staff at each institution.
Providers
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Ara Institute of Technology
Ara is the largest vocational training institute in the South Island of New Zealand.
There are options to study a level 3 or 4 certificate, or the New Zealand Diploma, in Early Childhood Education.
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Te Rito Maioha
Te Rito Maioha offer a wide range of programmes. Their diploma, degree, and postgraduate programmes in Early Childhood and Primary Education will grow your kete of knowledge.
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University of Canterbury
The University of Canterbury (UC) is one of New Zealand's leading institutions for teacher education, offering a diverse range of qualifications to prepare educators for rewarding careers in early childhood, primary, and secondary education
Scholarships
Scholarships make education more accessible, easing the financial burden so you can focus on reaching your goals. They empower you to pursue your studies with confidence, open doors to opportunities, and help turn your passion into a rewarding career.
Each tertiary provider will have their own set of scholarships, either general or specific to teaching. More information can be found on their individual websites.
However there are always really useful scholarships on offer through TeachNZ. More information can be found on their website.
