About these qualifications
The Ngā Mokopuna qualifications are for people who want a career in early learning teaching and training based on Mātauranga Māori.
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Review in progress
NZQA Māori Qualifications Services (MQS) is now reviewing the suite of Early Learning qualifications at Levels 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
He Taonga te Mokopuna (Kaupae 2)
Level 2, 60 credits
Te Mana o te Mokopuna (Kaupae 3)
Level 3, 60 credits
Te Puāwaitanga o te Mokopuna (Kaupae 4)
Level 4, 60 credits
Te Tipuranga o te Mokopuna (Kaupae 5)
Level 5, 120 credits
Te Rangatiratanga o te Mokopuna (Kaupae 6)
Level 6, 120 credits
This review is to ensure that the qualifications remain purposeful, relevant and align with the aspirations of whānau, hapū, iwi and communities.
Additionally, the review is to ensure that the qualifications are valued in meeting the needs of future learners, employers and stakeholders.
Review plan
Download the Early Learning Qualifications Review plan [PDF, 185 KB]
Check this page for future updates and information on this review.
Completed reviews
November 2020 - Review of Ngā Mokopuna - A Māori World view of Early Learning
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Resources
Programme development support
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Guidelines on programme approval
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