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Certificate in Education

Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand
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Course Overview

The Certificate in Education at Auckland University of Technology is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of education. The course covers topics such as learning and teaching, curriculum design, assessment and evaluation, and classroom management. Students will gain the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively in a variety of educational settings, including primary and secondary schools, community centers, and non-profit organizations. The course is delivered part-time over 12 months, with classes held one night per week.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in education but do not wish to commit to a full degree program. It is also suitable for those who are already working in the field of education and wish to enhance their knowledge and skills. The course is delivered by experienced educators and professionals, providing students with the opportunity to learn from experts in the field.

Leading Education in New Zealand: Auckland University of Technology Offers Excellence in Teacher Training

Auckland University of Technology is a leader in education and training, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality courses that prepare students for successful careers. The university's location in Auckland provides students with access to a diverse range of cultural, social, and economic experiences, which can enhance their learning and help them develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the field of education.

Why You Should Study This Course

The Postgraduate Certificate in Education is a flexible, short programme of two 30-point courses in an area of education.

This programme provides a pathway to further postgraduate study in the Master of Education.

This is not an initial teacher education programme and will not lead to registration with the Teaching Council of New Zealand.

General Eligibility

  • Must have completed a relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent

  • A CV and Letter of Intent

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules

You need a total of 60 points (two courses) to successfully complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Education.

You can either choose one of the Postgraduate Certificate in Education specializations or complete the program without specialization and select the courses that interest you most.

Specializations in the Postgraduate Certificate in Education

  • Education Practice

  • Educational Leadership

  • Higher Education

Or choose two courses from

  • EDLD Leading in Diverse Cultures and Communities¹

  • EDLD Reflecting on Professional Practice as an Educational Leader¹

  • EDLD Organisational Culture and Educational Leadership¹

  • EDLD Education Policy and Leadership for the Public Good¹

  • EDLD Conceptualisations of Educational Leadership

  • EDUC The Inquiring Practitioner

  • EDUC Concepts and Constructs in Education

  • EDUC Global Impacts on Education Practice in Contemporary Society

  • EDUC Individual Directed Study

  • EDUC Special Topic in Education I

  • EDUC Special Topic in Education II

  • EDUC Education Futures

  • EDUC Perspectives on Māori and Pacific Education Experiences

  • EDUC Education for Sustainability, Participation and Transformation

  • EDUC Research-Based Inquiry for Practitioners

  • EDUC Contemporary Issues in Education

  • EDUC Learning Environments for the 21st Century

  • EDUC Digital Pedagogies and the Techno-Literate Teacher

  • EDUC Building Mentoring Expertise

  • EDUC Steiner Education: Teaching and Learning through Imagination in a Digital World

  • EDUC Essential Aspects of Steiner Education

  • EDUC Scholarly Writing and Publishing: Drawing on Practice

  • EDUC Concepts of Educational Research²

  • EDUC Pacific Education – Issues and Perspectives

  • EDUC Who am I as a Higher Education Teacher?¹

  • EDUC Focusing a Critical Lens on Curriculum in Higher Education¹

  • EDUC Higher Education Assessment and Evaluation¹

  • EDUC The University: Past, Present and Future

  • EDUC Kaupapa Māori Approaches

  • EDUC Innovations in Early Childhood Education

  • EDUC Leadership and Collegial Practice in Higher Education¹

  • EDUC Educational Research in Context

1. Relevant professional experience is necessary to take this course. Programme leader approval required.

2. Students enrolled in specialty courses may substitute another course from the table for this course.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with 7.0 in Writing and all other bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent

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