We support high quality early childhood education through teacher education, professional development, advocacy and membership services.Te Tari Puna Ora o Aotearoa/NZ Childcare Association (NZCA) is a recognised leader in early childhood teacher education delivering its programmes at 16 sites throughout New Zealand.We offer the Diploma of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) and the National Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education Pasifika).NZCA programmes are centre based so you can learn, teach and qualify at the same time.These programmes are accredited by New Zealand Qualifications Authority and approved by New Zealand Teachers Council.NZCA is a membership organisation that provides professional support and advice to its early childhood education membership, along with a great range of benefits and discounts.Employment advice and support through our website, annual publications and our membership services team.The annual NZCA ECE conference. Discounted tickets available for members.Save hundreds of dollars every year through our great range of tailored ECE discount schemes.On-the-spot advice through our 0800 employer helpline.Receive the latest news and information on the early childhood education sector direct to your inbox.NZCA is a national professional development provider. Our in-centre programmes work with ECE teachers and managers to strengthen early childhood education practice. Under contract to the Ministry of Education we offer:Kei Tua o te Pae/Assessment for Learning: Early Childhood Exemplars - a best practice resource that helps teachers understand and strengthen children’s learning.Te WhÄriki - flexible centre focused programmes that address the individual professional development needs of early childhood services.NZCA promotes quality early childhood education in New Zealand.We actively represent our members' views to politicians and policy makers.Each year we hold a national conference with range of international and national speakers, interactive workshops and seminars.Contact us today or visit our website to see how we can help!
Te Tari Puna Ora O Aotearoa Wellington address and phone