Childcare
Enrolling now for 2026 - (Free for youth under 25 years)
Childcare L2
* This programme is offered by VSTET to achieve the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (Level 2), with the appropriate literacy and numeracy.* The programme content and evidence requirements also enable the achievement of:* New Zealand Certificate in Childcare -L2. Social and Community Services Sector in the context of Childcare. With some additional Te Reo and Tikanga components Learners may also achieve the New Zealand Certificate in Early Learning and Care (Level 2).
Qualification Awarded Upon Successful Completion
- New Zealand Certificate of Educational Achievement (Level 2)
- New Zealand Certificate in Early Learning and Care (Level 2)
Future Pathways
Employment
A graduate of this programme will have the introductory skills and knowledge to work in an entry-level carer role in a range of early childhood contexts, particularly in nannying roles, or in parenting roles. Graduates may also provide support for registered caregivers in a supervised environment such as an early childhood education centre.
Further study
Graduates may pathway to further study to gain:New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 3)
Graduate Outcomes
- The successful graduate will, in summary, be able to:
- Work safely and effectively in an early childhood context, whether as an employee in an early childhood setting, such as nannying or contributing to improved community and family outcomes by providing support to young family members.
- Support play, feeding, and sleeping routines for children in their care, and will be aware of a range of support services and networks available to them for support.
- Implement a range of computing strategies which will support record keeping, information sharing, and resource development in an early childhood environment.
- Plan outdoor recreation and physical well-being activities.