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This course guides you through the experience of undertaking a practicum or internship, in a
He’s a natural Working as an early childhood teacher at Te Puna Reo o Ngā Kākano, Rangikihia (Rangi) says caring for tamariki came naturally for him before he ever thought about a career in early childhood education. When he was growing up in Murupara it was quite common in large Māori...
I am an Academic Specialist, Learning Design and Development, Foundation, Bridging and Transition (FBT)Relevant Education and Work ExperienceI have worked in Foundation Education for many years as a tutor and as a trainer and advisor to tutors and educators. Foundation education is such an...
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Completing her Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) meant that Juliette could achieve a goal she never thought possible.
“My cultural values, belief, family, community and Christian faith is very important to me as these have shaped who I am as a person,” Tusiga says. Today, she is an experienced health professional with many qualifications. Tusiga’s success has been due to her belief and faith in God...
Sabine’s daughters aged 21 and 17 have health issues, including one having coeliac disease, so in 2022, instead of renewing her contract as an English Teacher, Sabine decided to set up a gluten-free bakery business, Lang’s Little Bakery, with her family. “Both our daughters’ high...
Ari came to the realisation that he needed some form of qualification after gaining a job at the Royal New Zealand Police College (RNZPC). “I was a trainer for the Army, Corrections and now currently working for the New Zealand Police as a non-sworn trainer, but I never gained a recognised...
Study the statutes and regulations that apply to your role within your organisation in a mental
Role at Open PolytechnicI am an Academic Staff Member in Law.ExperienceI have Bachelor of Laws (Hons) and Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degrees from Victoria University of Wellington and a Master of Laws from the University of Auckland. I also have a Graduate Diploma of Teaching from the Auckland...