New Zealand Diploma in Transition to Parenting Education
Gain the knowledge required to guide and educate people through the transition to parenting.
Research shows that empowering families to maximise the potential in a child’s first 2000 days has life-long benefits. This two-year, part-time programme will enable you to make a real difference in your community by equipping you with the skills and knowledge needed to facilitate high quality, new-parent education.
Using blended learning methods, this programme can be studied from anywhere in New Zealand. The average time commitment is 20 hours per week. It includes three, 2-3 day in-person intensives in Christchurch, plus work-based learning placements which can be arranged in your location.
The programme will equip you with knowledge covering pregnancy, labour, birth and early parenting and teach you how to plan, facilitate and deliver parenting education to Ministry of Health standards. In your first year you’ll observe trained facilitators in the workplace, and in your second year you’ll progress to teaching a 10- to 12-hour parent education programme yourself, under supervision.
Upon completion, you’ll be a skilled health promoter and communicator, able to share knowledge and instil confidence in the individuals attending your education sessions.
Fees for 2024
NCEA Level 2
If you have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), Ara will assess your qualification for academic entry equivalency.
Consent to Disclosure of Information: Successful applicants will be required to complete a New Zealand Police Consent to Disclosure of Information form.
- The form will be sent by Ara to the Police Licensing and Vetting Service, and returned in confidence to the Academic Manager. Information on the NZ Police Vetting Service is available from the New Zealand Police website.
You need to have access to a computer and reliable Internet connection
Applicants who are unable to evidence that they meet Academic entry requirements, but who can demonstrate acquired skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, may be approved for alternative entry.
- This may include Recognition of Prior Learning. Contact Te Pūkenga Ara for advice.
If English is not the applicant's first language, applicants will need to provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart
- Applicants who do not have evidence of English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, may contact Ara for an assessment.
IELTS 5.5 Academic (no lower than 5.0 in any subtest). For acceptable alternatives refer to the English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.
Applicants who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English language skills.
Funding assistance
If you face unexpected financial hardship during your studies, we have several funds that you can apply for. These are designed to enable you to continue your current course of study. We also have a wide range of scholarships and awards that can provide financial assistance.
Find out moreCareer opportunities
A need exists currently across New Zealand for transition to parenting educators. Opportunities for graduates of this programme include self-employment or employment with the likes of Plunket, Parents Centre, Te Whatu Ora and hapū wānanga educators.
Study pathways
This qualification can lead to higher-level study in midwifery, nursing, early childhood education, social work, lactation and adult and tertiary education.New Zealand Diploma in Transition to Parenting Education
Gain the knowledge required to guide and educate people through the transition to parenting.
| Information | |
|---|---|
| Type | Diploma |
| Code | NZ4392 |
| May be available for Study Visa? | Yes |
| International application close date | Please enquire |
| Credits | 120 |
| Level | 5 |
| Additional Equipment/Fees | Advised on enrolment |
| Available Part time | Yes |
| Reference | NZ4392-STRU |
Fees for 2024
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MoreAdditional Entry Requirements
Consent to Disclosure of Information: Successful applicants will be required to complete a New Zealand Police Consent to Disclosure of Information form.
- The form will be sent by Ara to the Police Licensing and Vetting Service, and returned in confidence to the Academic Manager. Information on the NZ Police Vetting Service is available from the New Zealand Police website.
You need to have access to a computer and reliable Internet connection
See overview for moreCredit Recognition
If you have prior relevant experience or previous related study credits, you may be eligible for credit recognition towards this qualification.
Find out moreDocuments
- Admission & Enrolment Form PDF, 412 KB
- International Application Form PDF, 328 KB
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