New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4)
Update for new learners
This version of NZ2850 New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4) is closed to new learners.
A new version, Version 2, of the programme is open for enrolment. Click on the link below to enrol in the new version.
NZ2850 : New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4) [Version 2]
Update for re-enrolling learners
If you were already enrolled in Version 1 of this programme up to and including 13 February 2024 you will be able to apply to complete Version 1 of the programme.
Please note, to be awarded Version 1 of this programme, you must be enrolled in the final course in the programme, EDU405, by 1 July 2025, and successfully complete all programme requirements by 31 December 2025.
If you have any questions, or need assistance with a study plan, please contact us.
Fee free offer
This programme is currently offered fee free.
To see if you are eligible for this offer, please see the Terms and Conditions.
Fee free offer - Terms and Conditions
This fee free offer is for a limited time. The end date will appear on this page at least two weeks before the offer ends.
End date for this offer: To be advised
What the fee free offer covers
This fee free offer only applies to the programme’s course fees.
It does not include provision of any textbooks, or any other additional fees incurred by a student. These will remain the responsibility of the student.
Who is not eligible for this fee free offer
You are not eligible for the fee-free offer if you are an international student.
End date for this offer: To be advised
Qualification Structure
This programme is made up of three compulsory courses. It can only be studied one course at a time in order to build on previous learning.
Learners will need to complete this qualification by December 2025. If you have any questions about enrolling please contact us.