Specialists in Early Childhood Education NZCECE is a focused, dedicated, significant and experienced niche provider of Early Childhood Education. Over 2000 students have been educated at the College over the past 15 years by experienced specialist tutors.

On Campus Diploma Entry
NZCECE has realistic diploma entry criteria. Students may enter the College from year 12 or 13, by completing an approved Level 4 certificate at a tertiary college, or as an adult student.

1,2,3! One Course, Two Careers, Three Qualifications
Study once, gain three awards, choose between two excellent careers! The College's course is unique in that it combines three qualifications into one course: Diploma of Teaching (ECE), Diploma CACHE (UK) and the New Zealand Certificate in Nanny Education formerly the National Nanny Certificate.

The Diploma CACHE (UK) and New Zealand Certificate in Nanny Education formerly the National Nanny Certificate are only available for on campus students.

Popular Distance Option
Distance learning means that some of our students study from as far away as Te Anau or Kaitaia. Many of our distance learners balance study with full or part time work in an early childhood centre.

Focus on Practical Learning
The College focuses on emphasising the practical, hands-on approach with its students. Practicum experiences give students valuable experience in a wide range of early childhood settings.

Unique Learning Environment The College has a unique learning environment catering for the individual needs of each student. All students have their individual learning style pattern assessed to enable tutors to incorporate student’s learning styles into their learning activities.

Pro-Active Learning (P.A.L.) Philosophy and Practices
P.A.L. is unique to NZCECE and underpins the course design, delivery and assessments. The PAL programme is being continually developed with leading edge educational theory and practice incorporated.

2000+ graduates since 1989
Over 2000 students have graduated from NZCECE over the past 18 years by experienced specialist tutors. Graduates are in strong demand both nationally and internationally for positions with families and in Early Childhood Centres.