TE KAHU TAUTE WHAKAAKO (KAUPAE 4)
COURSE STARTS: MARCH 2025
​ENROLMENTS NOW OPEN!

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overview

Unlock your potential as a values-driven leader in Māori medium kura:

1. Lead with Purpose – Apply the Te Tihi o Angitu framework to inspire yourself, others, and your kura community.
2. Engage with Heart – Build strong connections through a values-driven approach that uplifts kura communities.
3. Teach with Impact – Implement essential teaching practices grounded in core values to create meaningful learning experiences.

On successfully completing this programme, you will receive the following qualification:​

• Te Kahu Taute Whakaako (Kaupae 4)

pathways

Do you want to keep studying?
Subject to entry requirements, educational pathways may include:

• Poutuarongo Whakaakoronga Wharekura (Te Wānanga o Raukawa)
• Te Tohu Paetahi Ako: Bachelor of Education (Teaching) (Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi)
• He Korowai Ākonga – Bachelor of Education (Primary Education)
• Bachelor of Teaching

Do you want to pursue employment opportunities?

• Kaiāwhina or untrained teacher with Limited Authority to Teach (LAT) in Māori medium or other kura auraki.
• Māori medium kaiako (following Bachelor of Teacher training at Wānanga, Universities, PTE or Institutes of Technology).

learning approach

This programme consists of 15 credits and follows a blended learning approach, combining wānanga-based learning with a flexible, self-paced online format that can be accessed anytime, anywhere, on any device.

time commitment

This 10-week programme requires an average commitment of 15 study hours per week.

entry requirements

To enrol in this programme, you must be:

• 16 years or older.
• A New Zealand citizen (which includes citizens of Cook Island, Niue and Tokelau).
• A New Zealand permanent resident currently living in New Zealand.
• An Australian citizen currently living in New Zealand.
• An Australian permanent resident who has a returning residents visa and is currently living in New Zealand.
• A learner with refugee status who is required to complete a programme to satisfy residency requirements.

fees

The 2025 fees for this programme are:

• $300 GST inclusive

fees free eligibility?