Education to Employment with PORSE Secondary School and Beyond in 2019 STAR and Gateway Secondary School Early Childhood Education Programmes New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4)
Who We Are and What We Offer to Schools and Learners PORSE Education & Training (NZ) Ltd is an accredited Private Training Establishment with a strong focus on early childhood education and care and nurturing respectful relationships between adults and children. PORSE has established training and education programmes based on NZQA unit standards. These programmes encourage students to become more knowledgeable, thoughtful and sensitively attuned to a child’s emotional wellbeing and developing mind in the early years. The focus of the programmes offered by PORSE Education & Training is to provide relevant and purposeful training that enables students to gain the skills and hands-on practical experience they require to transition from study to work. PORSE Education & Training (NZ) Ltd is registered and accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) to deliver the New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education & Care (Level 4) as well as a selection of Level 2 and Level 3 unit standards delivered in secondary schools as a part of the STAR and Gateway programmes. In light of changes to the New Zealand Qualification Framework (NZQF) and all National Certificates being made obsolete, 2018 was the last year we were able to offer the National Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 3) to secondary schools. In 2019 and beyond we will continue to offer unit standard based learning at Level 2 and Level 3 to STAR and Gateway learners selected from the following qualifications (details of which you will find on page 6): zz NZ Certificate in Early Childhood Learning and Care (Level 2) zz NZ Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 3) PORSE offers high quality educational outcomes and was awarded the highest category available by NZQA (Category 1) for educational performance and self-assessment, during our last External Evaluation Review in 2016.
Vision To unleash human potential through purposeful teaching and learning.
Mission To have all people engaged in completing qualifications and gaining employment.
Download the PORSE External Evaluation Report to read more about the quality of our performance: www.nzqa.govt.nz/providers/details.do?providerId=822442001
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Education to Employment Pathways with PORSE PORSE provides a career pathway, offering students the opportunity to begin working on unit standards at school before transitioning straight from the classroom to further training and/or work in the early childhood sector. STAR and Gateway ECE Programmes Selection of Level 2 and Level 3 Early Childhood Education unit standards
y ar im ies Pr ustr Ind
Co ns tru c ra s a n d t i o n tru ctu re
zz New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident
NCEA Level 1
g rin tu fa c nu and logy no ch Te
Level 2 Level 3
zz 16 years of age and above zz Consent to a Police Vetting Check zz STAR and Gateway - some unit standards will
S Ind ervic us es tri es
Ma
Our unit standards are represented in the Social & Community Services Vocational Pathway.
PORSE Entry Requirements
Creative Industries
Inf
Vocational Pathways
require a work placement zz Level 4 Qualification - can work in a licensed ECE service (paid or unpaid) or caring for a
Social and Community Services
NZ2850 - New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4) 60 Credits
NZ2851 - New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 5) 120 Credits
NZ2852 - New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 6) 120 Credits
Level 7 Initial Teacher Education (ITE) in ECE
child not yet attending school for a minimum of 12 hours per week and commit to 20 weeks of self-paced online learning.
L3 Proficiency in Te Reo Māori
NZ2857 - Te Tipuranga o Te Mokopuna (Kaupae 5) New Zealand Diploma in a Māori World View of Early Learning (Level 5) 120 Credits
NZ2857 - Te Rangatiratanga o Te Mokopuna (Kaupae 6) New Zealand Diploma in a Māori World View of Early Learning (Level 6) 120 Credits
Thinking about becoming a Teacher?
Visit the education council website to learn more: https://educationcouncil.org.nz/sites/ default/files/Teacher%20Journey.pdf
Degree level study in Early Childhood Education
New Zealand Teacher Registration
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PORSE STAR and Gateway Programme What PORSE Can Offer Secondary Schools zz A series of early childhood unit standards selected from the following qualifications: »»
NZ Certificate in Early Childhood Learning and Care (Level 2)
»»
NZ Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 3)
zz Programmes to suit individual schools and students. zz Moderation and assessment. zz Liaise with schools to document individual learning plans for each student. zz Flexible start dates and length of study throughout the year yet sufficient in length to enable real learning to take place. zz Distance Learning or Tutor Support Visit delivery options. zz Access to tutors who can provide support and guidance via phone, email, or Zoom online conferencing. zz Webinar Tutorials for each unit standard that can be watched at the students’ convenience. zz User-friendly unit standards based on sound early childhood theories. zz Frequent monitoring and assessment of learning progress with regular updates shared with the school.
Delivery Models A team of key staff are available at PORSE to support both students and co-ordinators, regardless of chosen delivery model, with any queries - be it a student requiring support with specific learning material or a co-ordinator unsure as to which unit standard/s to enrol their student/s in next. See page 8 for more information on pricing and what is covered under each delivery model.
Tutor Support Visit Model
Distance Learning Model
Our Tutor Support Visit model is available to
Under this model, completed unit standards are
schools with four or more students in areas
sent by the school to PORSE National Support
where a tutor is available.
Office for assessment, feedback and moderation.
Ask more today about... Customised Delivery Options Custom delivery packages can be tailored to your specific requirements. Talk to us today regarding your needs and we will prepare a customised delivery plan and quote. We can also offer guidance around which unit standards would be best to offer, dependant on your delivery choice.
Community of Learning A Community of Learning approach that clusters schools and students together regionally for block courses; to complete one unit standard in a day or a programme over several days.
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The Programme Schools can choose a programme which meet the specific needs of their students. To help start students off with their ECE studies, PORSE can recommend an order of completion based on the level at which they are studying. As students progress though their studies, we can make further recommendations as to which unit standard to move onto next. Our experience indicates that when a group of students are studying together, it is most beneficial if they can complete the same units at the same time (or at least start together). Peer support enables stronger assessment submissions and ensures specific timeframes for completion are met. On leaving school, students can continue their study with PORSE in order to gain the New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education & Care (Level 4). Please ask students who are interested in continuing their study to contact the PORSE Education and Training team directly via the PORSE website: www.porse.co.nz
Fees Free for Level 4 Students leaving school and enrolling in the New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education & Care (Level 4) will most likely be eligible for Fees Free (see page 14 for more information).
Workplace Component A workplace component is incorporated into each student’s overall study and assessment programme. A number of unit standards have a mandatory work placement requirement (please see page 6 for details). To fulfil this workplace component of study, students must be working with a child (or children) aged from birth to school entry, and it must take place in an early childhood setting or service. This includes homebased services (including a child’s family environment), centre-based services such as a childcare centre, kindergarten, play centre, Kohanga Reo or playgroup, and hospital-based services (paediatric playrooms). Those unit standards that do not require a work placement require the student to have a knowledge of pre-school children and their development. The school is responsible for the arrangement of suitable work placements, however, PORSE may be able to provide some guidance as to how this can be approached.
Research suggests that graduates with
real-world experience are more desirable to employers than those without. Work experience at secondary school level is also considered important for positive long-term employment outcomes. Work experience allows students to apply what they have learned in their studies to real work environments. Careers NZ, 2018
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Unit Standards Available 2019 New unit standards for 2019 are currently under development. Due to the nature of the development, we will be releasing new unit standards in stages over the coming two years. Below are the initial units available in 2019 (listed in recommended order of completion).1 Some unit standards will require the use of textbook/s, which can also be purchased through PORSE. Each unit standard contains required study information and assessment activities.
Level 2
Level 3
Unit Standard
V
CR
Unit Standard
V
CR
29852
Demonstrate knowledge of the basic needs and nutrition that support young children’s holistic wellbeing and development
1
4
10026
Demonstrate knowledge of children’s development and learning and their relevance to an ECE service
6
5
Describe attachment relationships and strategies used to support transitions for young children
1
3
26707
Describe the value of play and create resources for children’s development and learning in an ECE service
4
4
Describe personal and environmental hygiene and safety practices for the care of young children
1
2
10019
Describe and contribute to safe practices and a safe environment for children in an ECE service
6
3
Describe patterns of development and learning for young children
1
5
29867
Demonstrate knowledge of diverse whānau/families and use a range of effective communication strategies in an ECE service
1
5
Provide and reflect on the value of play experiences for a child’s development and learning
1
5
26708
Develop respectful, reciprocal and responsive relationships with children in an ECE service
4
4
X TAL/TW
29855 X
29854 X
29857 X
29858
Total Credits @ Level 2
X
X TAL
19
Total Credits @ Level 3
These unit standards DO NOT require a work placement, however they do require the student to have knowledge of children under the age of five and their development in an ECE setting (this includes a home environment).
Textbooks (prices exclusive of GST) Take Another Look
$ 25.00
TU5
Thriving Under 5
$ 20.00
TW
Te Whāriki (printed)
$ 10.00
te Te Whāriki a Kōhanga Reo
TAL
Schools may access Te Whariki (electronic copy) free of charge here: https://www.education.govt.nz/assets/Documents/Early-Childhood/ Te-Whariki-Early-Childhood-Curriculum-ENG-Web.pdf
Further unit standards from each level will be developed in 2019 (may not be available until 2020)
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i Te Whārik auranga
He whāriki māt na o Aotearoa opu mō ngā mok Early childhood
curriculum
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PORSE Programme Tutors All PORSE Programme Tutors are fully qualified early childhood teachers with experience in teaching adults.
Choose our Tutor Support Visit Model PORSE engages in a relationship-based model of learning, with the relationship and connection Whangarei
between student and teacher being an important component of how well a student will learn and how much they will enjoy learning.
Albany/Grey Lynn/Henderson
The tutor support model provides:
Meadowbank/Onehunga/Howick
zz weekly or fortnightly visits
Pukekohe/Takanini
zz a regular opportunity for students to
Mt Maunganui/Tauranga
ask questions and discuss their work; Hamilton/Morrinsville/Cambridge
one-on-one support
Rotorua/Whakatane
zz an interactive approach providing “teachable moments” zz ongoing assessment of student’s work during visits
New Plymouth
PORSE Programme Tutors are knowledgeable in working
Hawke’s Bay Havelock North
with the PORSE unit standards and supporting students
Central HB
Whanganui/Hawera
to understand the material. Students can be working on the same or different unit standards at any given
Palmerston North
time and can receive help on an individual basis. Kapiti/Mana Porirua
With all our Programme Tutors having had Nelson
experience in the early childhood field,
Masterton Hutt Valley
Central Wellington Blenheim
they are able to provide many varied
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real life examples to make the theory
2017 Completion Statistics
students are studying come alive.
Delivery Model Distance Learning
52%
Having a PORSE Programme Tutor
Tutor Support Visit
78%
Result
Hokitika
support students within the school facilitates a higher completion rate of unit
Christchurch
standards; learners
Ashburton
work through on average 3-4 unit standards per term and experience
Queenstown
Oamaru
a 78% successful
Dunedin
completion rate.1
Invercargill
Did you know that learners achievement rates are significantly increased with the Tutor Support Visit model?
Increase your students’ opportunities for success by opting for the Tutor Support Visit model in 2019!
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Pricing Structure1 There are two different delivery model options for you to choose from - Tutor Support Visit Model or Distance Learning Model.
Costs for Both Delivery Models Include: zz Unit standard workbooks for each student. zz All assessment and moderation. zz Regular notification of student results.
Tutor Support Visit
zz Newly designed Webinars
Our Tutor Support Visit Model is available to schools with
zz Tutor support via email
for each unit standard.
four students or more in areas where a tutor is available2: zz Student numbers between four and fourteen
and/or phone.
Additional or One-Off Tutor Support Visits
1 x one-hour visit per fortnight zz When student numbers exceed fourteen3
Schools based in an area where
1 x two-hour visit per fortnight or
tutors are available can request
1 x one-hour visit per week
additional or one-off tutor support
Under this support model students
visits (in either delivery model) at a
complete the learning and
cost of $50.00 per hour (excl GST).
assessment activities in their tutor visits. During
Administration and Postage
their visits, the PORSE
Orders of one or two unit
Programme Tutor will
standards and/or textbook-
support your students by
only orders will incur a $7.00
answering any questions,
courier and handling fee.
unit standards between
providing clarification
Schools Provide
on content and meaning,
zz Organisation of a suitable
while providing face-to-face
work placement.
feedback whilst marking their
zz Safety checks and risk
work. Your PORSE Programme Tutor is the best person to recommend which unit standards students should complete and in which order. They will provide you with regular visit notes advising when a student has completed a unit standard and provide a suggestion as to what to order next for individual students.
Cost
$32. 50
per credit
assessment of students carried out (in accordance with the Vulnerable Children Act prior to commencing work placements). zz Transport arrangements to and from work placements. zz NZQA costs, including registration of unit standards and ordering certificates. zz Postage cost when
Distance Learning Under this model, completed unit standards are submitted to PORSE National Support Office for assessment, feedback and moderation.
submitting unit standards
Cost
$22. 50
per credit
to PORSE for assessment.
Large Group Discount Once a school has purchased $10,000.00 (excl GST) worth of PORSE ECE unit standards, they
1 All prices quoted are exclusive of GST 2 The TSV cost per credit rate includes travel (mileage and time) of the tutor. 3 For Tutor Support Visit schools that have 15 or more students, we have a secondary pricing model available. Please contact the PORSE STAR/Gateway Coordinator for further information.
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will be eligible for a large group discount of $750.00 (excl GST).
Enrolments and Orders Enrolling Students and Ordering Unit Standards When enrolling a student for the first time in the current year, schools must provide: zz The student’s full legal name (as it is recorded in the National Student Index) zz Date of birth zz NSI number zz Email address All orders must be placed using
Unused Unit Standards Unit standards may be returned to PORSE within 60 days of being ordered but must be in as new condition to be refunded. All returns must be accompanied by a PORSE STAR-Gateway Learning Materials Returns form. Unit standards must be completed within the same year of the contract period and cannot be carried over into the following year.
the 2019 PORSE STAR/Gateway Enrolment and Learning Material Order Form.
Invoicing Schools will be invoiced on a monthly basis, with each invoice accompanied by an account summary which itemises the unit standards purchased as well as any resources and additional or oneoff tutor visits.
What’s Next for Your Learners? 2018 saw us introduce the New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4) to our tertiary learners.
New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care
This will provide a stronger pathway from secondary to tertiary education for those
Level
students wishing to pursue a career in early childhood education. It will mean that your students wishing to pathway into further learning can benefit
See the next page for more information on this exciting new qualification.
1 What is the New Zeala nd Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4)
This course is accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and is a nationally recognised qualification. Delivered fully online, this is Enrol now a distance (web enhanced) for semester programme where learners study one beginning independently and have the 18 February opportunity to attend webinars 2019 delivered by an experienced and qualified ECE teacher.
This 20-week qualification will give you authentic work experience allowing you to learn on the job and provides a pathway towards gaining an ECE degree or diploma.
into a Level 4 qualification with PORSE on leaving school. This provides a stronger to continue their learning with PORSE.
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If you have a passion to care for and work with babies and young children, the New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4) could be the first step towards a rewarding career.
from completing level 2 and level 3 unit standards at school prior to transitioning pathway with a great stepping stone and taster of what is to come if they choose
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Why our course is ideal for you!
What we offer...
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Learners must arrange to work (either paid or unpaid) in a recognised licensed ECE service for a minimum of 12 hours per week.
Employment Opportuniti es Become trained and be ready to work in the ECE sector.
Career Change Opportunity to explore in 20 weeks whether this is the right career choice for you. z Online Learning Study anywhere, anytime at your own pace. z Authentic Work Experience Allowing you to learn on the job. z ECE Learning Pathway Gain the entry requirement s you need to enrol in an ECE degree or diploma.
Enjoy the flexibility of 20 weeks self-paced learning alongside of a preschool child in your care.
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Valuable Professiona l Development For anyone working with preschool children.
Competitive Course
z
Fees
Regardless of where you’re at with your early childhood career, this online course will build on your knowledge and enhance you career opportuni ties!
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Employment and Community Pathway
On completion of the New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education & Care (Level 4) you will be able to: Begin a career as a home-based early childhood educator.
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Be employed as a Kaimahi (worker, employee, clerk, staff), ECE support worker, session leader or organiser in specific ECE contexts (parent-led services or playgroups including Pasifika and Māori). Pursue further study in the ECE sector, such as a Diploma of Teaching.
See page 7 for more information on Educational and Learning pathways.
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Why our course is ideal for you! If you have a passion to care for and work with babies and young children, the New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4) could be the first step towards a rewarding career. This 20-week qualification will give you authentic
What is the New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4) This course is accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and is a nationally recognised qualification. Delivered fully online, this is a distance (web enhanced) programme where learners study independently and have the opportunity to attend webinars delivered by an experienced and qualified ECE teacher.
Enrol now for semester one beginning 18 February 2019
work experience allowing you to learn on the job
Learners must arrange to work
and provides a pathway towards gaining an ECE
(either paid or unpaid) in a recognised
degree or diploma.
licensed ECE service for a minimum of 12 hours per week.
What we offer...
Enjoy the flexibility of 20 weeks of self-paced learning alongside a preschool child in your care.
zz Employment Opportunities Become trained and be ready to work in the ECE sector. zz Career Change Opportunity to explore in 20 weeks whether this is the right career choice for you.
Employment and Community Pathway
zz Online Learning Study anywhere, anytime at your own pace.
On completion of the New Zealand Certificate in Early
zz Authentic Work Experience Allowing you to learn on the job.
zz Begin a career as a home-based early childhood
zz ECE Learning Pathway Gain the entry requirements you need to enrol in an ECE degree or diploma. zz Valuable Professional Development For anyone working with preschool children. zz Competitive Course Fees
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Childhood Education & Care (Level 4) you will be able to: educator. zz Be employed as a Kaimahi (worker, employee, clerk, staff), ECE support worker, session leader or organiser in specific ECE contexts (parent-led services or playgroups including Pasifika and Māori). zz Pursue further study in the ECE sector, such as a Diploma of Teaching. See page 7 for more information on Educational and Learning pathways.
Level 4 Programme Structure The New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education & Care (Level 4) programme offered by PORSE consists of eight modules of learning. Study includes 12 hours work place practicum per week, webinars and and self-directed learning equalling 560 hours over the duration of the course.
GPOs1 | Module Outcomes On successful completion of this qualification you will be awarded unit standard credits for Modules 1-2, 4-8 and awarded credits for Module 3 (non-DAS credits)2.
Module 1 | Personal Health, Wellbeing and Professional Development in ECE Level 4 Credit 3 GPO 5
Unit Standard
29878
Manage own health, wellbeing and personal and professional development as an Educator in an ECE service. Total Study Hours
30
L
V
CR
4
1
3
Total Credits
3
Module 2 | Communication Strategies used in ECE Level 4 Credit 10 GPO 4
Unit Standard
L
V
CR
29876
Use culturally responsive strategies to build relationships and communicate effectively in an ECE community.
4
1
5
29877
Use and evaluate strategies to engage in relationships and support children’s social competence in an ECE community.
4
1
5
Total Study Hours
90
Total Credits
10
Module 3 | Bicultural Practices used in ECE Level 4 Credit 8 GPO 8
Unit Standard N/A NonDAS Credits
Implement bicultural ECE practice and promote awareness of Māori as tangata whenua, through using te reo Māori and tikanga Māori with children and families/whanau in early childhood settings. Total Study Hours
78
L
V
CR
4
1
8
Total Credits
8
Module 4 | Socio-cultural Theories in ECE Level 4 Credit 10 GPO 1
Unit Standard
L
V
CR
29872
Demonstrate knowledge of how theories of children’s learning and development influence practice in an ECE service.
4
1
5
10026
Demonstrate knowledge of children’s development and learning and their relevance to an ECE service.
3
6
5
Total Study Hours
86
Total Credits
10
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Module 5 | Legislation and Regulatory Requirements in ECE Level 4 Credit 10 GPO 6
Unit Standard
L
V
CR
29879
Describe societal influences, practices and legislative requirements that support child protection in an ECE service.
4
1
4
29870
Demonstrate knowledge of te Tiriti o Waitangi, legislation and organisations relevant to ECE services in New Zealand.
3
1
4
77
Total Study Hours
8
Total Credits
Module 6 | Enriching Learning Experiences in ECE Level 4 Credit 10 GPO 2
Unit Standard
L
V
CR
29873
Demonstrate knowledge of New Zealand Early Childhood Curriculum, Te Whāriki to inform ECE practice.
4
1
5
29874
Plan, implement, analyse and evaluate enriching experiences that enhance learning for a child in an ECE service.
4
1
5
89
Total Study Hours
10
Total Credits
Module 7 | Inclusive ECE Environments Level 4 Credit 7 GPO 3
Unit Standard
29875
Contribute to providing an early childhood environment that enhances the health, wellbeing, care and safety of children.
76
Total Study Hours
L
V
CR
4
1
7 7
Total Credits
Module 8 | Personal Philosophy of Practice in ECE Level 4 Credit 7 GPO 7
Unit Standard
29881
Demonstrate an understanding of diverse philosophical and cultural ECE contexts to inform ECE practice in New Zealand.
31
Total Study Hours
Total Qualification Hours 1 2
L
V
CR
4
1
4 4
Total Credits
560
60
Total Credits
Graduate Profile Outcomes Non-DAS credits means there is no unit standard on the New Zealand qualifications framework linked to this module. Credits will be awarded only.
Enrolment Information When can I enrol?
Start Date Finish Date
18 February 2019 5 July 2019
Enrolment Application 2019
New Zealand Certi Childhood Educ ficate in Early ation and Care
Level 4
31 December 2018
PORSE offers two programmes per year:
Semester One
Semester One Enrolment cut-off date
Semester Two Start Date Finish Date
15 July 2019
Version 1
Introduction
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We also need to collect information from you which is required by the Ministry of Education and other Government agencies for statistical and registration reasons.
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Entry Requirements As a prospective learner you are required to meet the following entry requirements to be eligible to enrol. zz Be a citizen or permanent resident of New Zealand or Australia, and reside in New Zealand (identifies as a domestic student). zz Be 17 years of age and above, have left school, and not enrolled with another tertiary provider. zz Have access to a recognised ECE service1 to complete the workplace practicum requirements of the programme. zz Able to work (paid or unpaid) for a minimum of 12 hours per week with at least one preschool child, while enrolled on the programme. zz Have access to an ECE teacher who is registered with the Education Council Aotearoa New Zealand. zz Able to commit to 20-weeks of self-paced learning and complete all assessment activities for the programme. zz Meet the Vulnerable Children’s Act 2014 (VCA 2014) safety check requirements, when working with children. zz Hold NCEA Level 2 OR A qualification at Level 2 or above on the NZQF,
Guidelines for Academic Evidence One of the entry requirements for the Level 4 qualification is that you must be able to provide academic evidence of one of the following: zz
NCEA Level 2 or above
Record of Achievement or Academic Transcript. zz Level 2 Qualification with 10 Literacy and 10 Numeracy credits Record of Achievement or Academic Transcript. zz Qualification not listed on the NZQA Framework Certificate of Completion from the training provider you completed the qualification with, AND a list of achievement outcomes for the qualification awarded. zz Relevant experience at NCEA Level 2 and Literacy and Numeracy capabilities Letter of Attestation as outlined below.
Letter of Attestation The following people can write an Attestation: zz Work supervisor (does not have to be from the ECE industry) zz Teacher or tutor zz Centre service manager zz Registered ECE teacher The letter of attestation must be in the form of a letter on letterhead paper, or have an identifying stamp, to show the credibility of the person attesting to the skill level.
with evidence of literacy and numeracy abilities
The letter must include the writer’s:
equivalent to NCEA (Level 1 – 10 Credits Literacy
zz Name and signature
zz Phone number
and 10 Credits Numeracy) OR
zz Job title/designation
zz Email address
Evidence of relevant experience at NCEA Level
The person providing the attestation is confirming
2, and evidence to support your ability to cope
that you, the applicant, have the knowledge and
with the literacy and numeracy demands of the
skill level required of a person who has successfully
qualification.
completed a certificate at Level 2, and hold the
zz Have access to the internet to actively engage
required literacy, language and numeracy skills
with the online learning content and submit
necessary to achieve a Level 3 qualification and above.
assignments online.
As a guideline, NZQA states that a Certificate Level 2 graduate is able to:
zz Have either a desktop personal computer or laptop. zz Have the ability to scan images or take
zz Demonstrate basic factual and/or operational knowledge of a field of work or study.
photographs of assessment evidence that may
zz Apply known solutions to familiar problems.
need to be submitted as part of an assessment
zz Apply standard processes relevant
portfolio of evidence. zz Have Microsoft Word or a Gmail account with Google Drive and Google Docs.
to a field of work or study. zz Apply literacy and numeracy skills relevant to the role in the field of work or study. zz Work under general supervision. zz Require some responsibility for own
1 A recognised ECE service is: a recognised ECE service may include a certificated playgroup or a licensed centre-based service, parent-led service, hospital-based service, home-based service; or a culturally based environment. The home-based service may be the child’s home, or home of the Educator.
learning and performance. zz Collaborate with others.
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Learning Materials All of the learning materials you will need to successfully complete this Level 4 programme are provided to you online, through our Learning Management System (LMS). You can view or download the reading resources provided. Learning activities and online discussion groups are an integral part of this Level 4 programme, and will help you apply the knowledge and skills you are learning to your own ECE setting. Weekly webinars are also provided to extend you beyond the online materials provided, and will offer top tips and examples as they apply to your ECE setting.
Course Costs Application Fee
Student Fee Protection $50.00
To be paid upon application, is non-refundable and is not covered by the fees-free initiative.
Course Fee
$2,400.00
Covers all tuition costs and course administration.
Total Course Fee
$2,450.00
These need to be paid in full before the start date of your course.
Fees Free Study If this is the first time you are doing tertiary study, you could be eligible for fees-free study. If you think you qualify you will need to check the feesfree website www.feesfree.govt.nz to confirm this. You will need to have your National Student Index number on hand. Your eligibility status must show as ‘Yes’.
PORSE Education & Training (NZ) Ltd holds student fees in trust with Hansen Bates Lawyers. In the event of course closure, the trustee will refund fees as per the Trust deed. Fee paying enrolled learners are required to complete and sign a Fee Protection acknowledgement form. This form will be sent to applicants once your enrolment has been approved.
Recognition of Prior Learning A learner may choose to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) at the time of enrolment. A maximum of 40 credits (two thirds) of the qualification can be gained through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. When RPL is approved your course fees will be reduced accordingly and your enrolment period will be
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There are two types of RPL evidence recognised under
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this process.
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Cross Crediting
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Previously awarded credits shown on a learners NZQA Record of Achievement. There is no cost associated to the learner when applying for recognition of previously awarded credits.
instructions to prepare a statutory declaration.
Prior Learning
The Tertiary Education Commission will review that
A portfolio of evidence that shows experience relevant
declaration and let you know if you are eligible. This process should be completed before you submit your
to the learning outcomes for the programme of study learners are enrolling in.
enrolment application to PORSE.
RPL applications submitted with a portfolio of evidence
There is also a call centre to provide support for
of $50.00 and maximum of $800.00 (please allow three
learners: Free phone 0800 687 775
will be charged at a rate of $20.00 per credit, a minimum weeks processing time for any RPL application). Please contact PORSE Education & Training (NZ) Ltd prior to enrolment to discuss your prior learning application.
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Enrolment Termination
Withdrawals / Refunds
PORSE reserves the right to terminate any enrolment for the following reasons:
If you wish to withdraw from the programme, you
zz For plagiarism, cheating or academic fraud.
written request to withdraw by email or complete
zz If the applicant is not of good character and does
(and email) a withdrawal form (a withdrawal form
not have the ability to interact safely with young children.
will need to advise your Training Tutor and submit a
can be printed from the online Student Handbook). If you withdraw from the programme up to 10 working
zz A learner does not actively engage with the online
days from your official start date, you will be refunded
learning environment, does not actively participate
your full fees less any administration costs, amounting
in the webinars provided for the programme, and
to no greater than 10% of the total fees paid. Your
does not submit assessments in the required time
email must be received by PORSE within the specified
frames.
timeframe.
zz A learner is unable to work with a preschool child in an ECE setting to complete the practical requirements of the programme.
If you withdraw from the programme after 10 working days of your enrolment start date, fees will not be refunded.
zz If the ECE service that the applicant is accessing to complete workplace practicum has not signed and returned the Programme Practicum Memorandum of Understanding.
Restricted Entry Requirements PORSE Education & Training (NZ) Ltd reserves the right to restrict entry or terminate an enrolment on the following grounds: zz If the applicant does not meet the minimum entry requirements for this qualification. zz If the applicant is enrolled for full-time study instruction in another institution. zz If PORSE Education & Training (NZ) Ltd has exceeded the number of learners it is limited to each year under student achievement component funding. zz If the vetting results released by the New Zealand Police show any convictions against children, and the applicant does not meet the safety check requirements in accordance with the Vulnerable Children’s Act (2014) to work with children.
What does NZQA think about PORSE Education & Training?
PORSE was awarded the highest category available by NZQA (Category 1) for educational performance and selfassessment during our last External Evaluation Review in November 2016. rs This award category puts PORSE in the top 22% of provide quality sed recogni lly nationa in New Zealand offering education and training programmes. Download the PORSE External Evaluation Report to read more about the quality of our performance: www.nzqa.govt.nz/nqfdocs/provider-reports/8224.pdf
Training Tutor Support PORSE will allocate an online Training Tutor to all learners throughout their 20 week programme to support and guide you through your study. The Training Tutor will contact you by one of the following options: zz Online communication platforms to provide support. zz Phone and/or email
Online Enrolment Minimum Requirements for Learners and their devices Learners who want to complete the course online require the following technology and apps to be able to complete successfully: zz Have access to the internet to actively engage with the online learning content, attend webinars and submit assignments online. zz Have either a desktop personal computer, laptop or tablet. zz Have the ability to scan images or take photographic pictures of assessment evidence that may need to be submitted as part of an assessment portfolio of evidence. zz Have Microsoft Word or a Gmail account with Google Drive and Google Docs. zz In addition learners must have the latest versions of free software such as Acrobat Reader, Google Chrome and the latest Flash pplayer
The Minimum Age for a Home-Based Educator is 17 Years Please contact us on the details below if you would like any further information on any of our courses.
From the classroom to employment
PORSE Education & Training
begin working on Level 2 and Level 3 unit standards while
Freephone
0800 023 456 Postal Address
PO Box 200, Hastings 4156 Physical/Courier Address
31 Napier Road Havelock North 4130
STAR and Gateway Programmes Direct Dial
06 873 0799
star-gateway@porse.co.nz
NZ Cert ECE (Level 4) Freephone
0800 023 456
admin.training@porse.co.nz
NZQA Provider Code PORSE Education & Training (NZ) Ltd
8224
With the minimum age for a home-based educator being 17 years, we are able to give students the opportunity to still at secondary school, transitioning to our brand new New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education & Care (Level 4) upon leaving school as a distance learner.
No matter what a graduate decides to do after studying with PORSE, this study will provide a pathway into further training and employment.