NCEA Level 3 Early Childhood Education
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs A. Hassett.
Early Childhood Education
Prerequisite: Students must be available for a week-long Practicum in Term 3.
For second language students a minimum of 5.5 IELTS is a prerequisite.
Selection to be confirmed by HOD and Yr 13 Academic Dean
Students must have a genuine interest in a potential career in the education of young children.
The course for 2024 will contribute towards NCEA Level 3.
The course has a major practical component of one week in an Early Childhood setting, that is based around the theory studied in class. One assessment will be completed while students spend time in an ECE centre. In order to be in an Early Childhood setting, students will be required to undergo a vetting process. This is carried out by an office staff member who is registered to do so.
Students who have not taken this subject in Yr 11 or Yr 12 but have met the prerequisites, and have been approved by the HOD and Yr13 Academic Dean, can undertake this course.
A First Aid Certificate will be offered during the year and will need to be completed, alongside the ECE Unit Standards.
The standards listed below are the likely standards to be taken. However, this may change depending on the students needs and interests, and the availability of resources for the unit standards. Any changes that have to be made will modify the credits available.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Laptop
Clearfile (40 pages)
Pocketfile
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
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Manage first aid in an emergency situation
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Provide first aid
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Provide basic life support
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Describe and contribute to safe practices and a safe environment for mokopuna/children in an early childhood setting
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Describe the value of play and create resources for children's learning and development in an early childhood setting
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Describe and reflect on practices to protect and promote the health and holistic wellbeing of young mokopuna/children
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Demonstrate knowledge of diverse whānau/families and use a range of effective communication strategies in an ECE service
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Disclaimer
Your selection does not guarantee course placement. Course costs and standards listed may vary.