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intouch NZTC’s Internaonal Newsleer contact us at [email protected] or visit www.nztertiarycollege.ac.nz Specialising in early childhood teacher education December 2016 REFLECTING ON A REWARDING YEAR 2016 has been a year in which a number of excing iniaves were launched. In February, NZTC expanded its reach abroad with the launch of the NZTC Global website, enabling New Zealand Qualificaons Authority (NZQA) approved qualificaons to be accessed and achieved by students anywhere in the world, at any me through NZTC Online. In April, our treasured Māori language resource - Te Reo Māori: He taonga mō ā tātou mokopuna (He Taonga) was first shared with graduates at our graduaon ceremonies in Auckland and Christchurch. 5000 copies of the book were then giſted to NZTC students and early childhood centres throughout New Zealand, with further giſting to our graduates in India at the NZTC India graduaon ceremony in October. In June, we celebrated the first Sino-NZ Cooperaon Program graduates in Fuzhou, China. 142 students graduated with an NZTC Cerficate in Early Childhood Teaching (Level 6) and a China Ministry of Educaon approved three-year Diploma in Early Childhood Educaon. Our Internaonal Markeng Team have enjoyed many markeng trips abroad this year, vising some countries for the first me such as Nepal, Japan and Korea, spreading the word far and wide about the benefits of studying an early childhood qualificaon with NZTC. As we approach the end of another busy and exciting year, we would like to reflect on the highlights of 2016 and thank you for your support. 2017 is already promising to be another excing year with NZTC celebrang its 35th anniversary of providing comprehensive and professional early childhood qualificaons. Guided by our values of Vision, Heart, Competence and Spirit, plans are in place to expand our suite of qualificaons even further and we look forward to sharing these details with you in the new year. The College will close down for a short break over the New Zealand Christmas holiday period. The Auckland and Christchurch Campuses will close at 5.00pm on Wednesday 21 December 2016 and re-open on Monday 9 January 2017 in accordance with our usual operang hours. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our supporters. We would not be able to achieve all that we have without a helping hand from our educaonal partners, students and government agencies. Thank you for your interest, no maer how great or small, in New Zealand Terary College this year and we wish you and your families a safe and enjoyable holiday season and New Year. Kia ora, The NZTC Team
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Specialising in early childhood teacher educationDecember 2016REFLECTING
ON A REWARDING YEAR
2016 has been a year in which a number of exciting initiatives were launched. In February, NZTC expanded its reach abroad with the launch of the NZTC Global website, enabling New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) approved qualifications to be accessed and achieved by students anywhere in the world, at any time through NZTC Online.
In April, our treasured Māori language resource - Te Reo Māori: He taonga mō ā tātou mokopuna (He Taonga) was first shared with graduates at our graduation ceremonies in Auckland and Christchurch. 5000 copies of the book were then gifted to NZTC students and early childhood centres throughout New Zealand, with further gifting to our graduates in India at the NZTC India graduation ceremony in October.
In June, we celebrated the first Sino-NZ Cooperation Program graduates in Fuzhou, China. 142 students graduated with an NZTC Certificate in Early Childhood Teaching (Level 6) and a China Ministry of Education approved three-year Diploma in Early Childhood Education.
Our International Marketing Team have enjoyed many marketing trips abroad this year, visiting some countries for the first time such as Nepal, Japan and Korea, spreading the word far and wide about the benefits of studying an early childhood qualification with NZTC.
As we approach the end of another busy and exciting year, we would like to reflect on the highlights of 2016 and thank you for your support.
2017 is already promising to be another exciting year with NZTC celebrating its 35th anniversary of providing comprehensive and professional early childhood qualifications.
Guided by our values of Vision, Heart, Competence and Spirit, plans are in place to expand our suite of qualifications even further and we look forward to sharing these details with you in the new year.
The College will close down for a short break over the New Zealand Christmas holiday period. The Auckland and Christchurch Campuses will close at 5.00pm on Wednesday 21 December 2016 and re-open on Monday 9 January 2017 in accordance with our usual operating hours.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our supporters. We would not be able to achieve all that we have without a helping hand from our educational partners, students and government agencies.
Thank you for your interest, no matter how great or small, in New Zealand Tertiary College this year and we wish you and your families a safe and enjoyable holiday season and New Year.
Kia ora,
The NZTC Team
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New Zealand Tertiary College is committed to ensuring that our students and graduates voices are heard so we recently conducted a survey to gain a better understanding of the areas we are doing well in and the areas in which we can improve.
The College was humbled by the amazing responses received.
Graduates also shared the positive impact their NZTC qualification has had on their life.
94% OF NZTC GRADUATES RECOMMEND STUDYING WITH US
“I absolutely loved studying with NZTC and I encourage everyone who is considering studying ECE to study with you too. I love the support and the easy and manageable tasks for each assignment.
Although I worked full-time, have three kids and also have religious commitments I found the assessments very doable so long as you have a good study routine.”
“I have been in the unique position of being able to set up and manage a centre from its conception, and now a sister centre for the
original, so yes quite the impact!”
“This gave me confidence, to try anything at my age. Satisfaction, in doing something that I wanted to do from a very young age. I didn’t
think I could ever have any sort of degree due to not being able to learn at school in my younger years as came from a family of 20.”
“It was a challenge at first but worth every moment. I’m so glad I followed my dreams and have come so far. I am very proud of myself at my age, with no
formal background schooling, to achieve what I have. It has also helped my son to follow his dreams as he
has finished his last year of school.”
“To me, it’s not as much about my qualification as it is about what I learnt
during the course of my study - both about early childhood and myself, that counts.
And if I could be half as good a teacher as NZTC has been, I think my students would be very lucky! This is what I aim for... To live and teach in the way I was taught during the three years I spent with the
most nurturing and inspiring teachers and teachings with NZTC! Thank you!”
88% FOUND THEIR PROGRAM OF STUDY MET THEIR PROFESSIONAL CAREER INTENTIONS
94% GRADUATING FROM THEIR QUALIFICATIONOF GRADUATES FELT WORK READY UPON
87% OF GRADUATES ARE CURRENTLY WORKING IN A ROLE THATUTILISES THEIR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
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Fathima Shahareen Fahim was awarded for being 2016’s most outstanding student at the NZTC India graduation ceremony in October. She excelled in her Bachelor of Education (ECE) qualification while juggling many roles including wife, mother and primary school teacher in Sri Lanka.
Can you tell us a bit about yourself?
I completed my Bachelor of Education (ECE) in January 2016 while continuing to teach full-time at a primary school. Being a mature student while managing many roles and being new to the online mode of learning, I began my learning journey with New Zealand Tertiary College (NZTC) with mixed emotions. Nevertheless, I have always believed in success through hard work, dedication and organisation. I am really proud of the results I received and feel a sense of triumph as I realise that age is no barrier to learning. This achievement has motivated me to continue my journey of learning and I aspire to study towards a Master of ECE with NZTC next year.
What inspired you to pursue your early childhood education studies with NZTC?
I was on the lookout for an internationally recognised degree program in Sri Lanka for quite a while. My sister is a graduate from NZTC and told me about the College. Later, browsing the web, I found out about NZTC India and the online mode of learning it offered. It was a dream come true when I realised that NZTC catered to Sri Lankan students through NZTC Online. I was determined to pursue the degree of education so I could receive an internationally recognised degree in ECE while continuing my teaching career in Sri Lanka.
How did NZTC and the India office support you during your studies?
The staff of NZTC and the India office were very friendly and supportive right from the beginning until the end of my studies with them. The availability of the online study guide, research journals, video lectures, discussion forums, IT help, reflective tasks, support given by lecturers and constructive feedback given by markers helped me tremendously in enhancing my knowledge and skills.
What was the biggest challenge you faced during your studies?
My biggest challenge was having limited time set aside for my studies. As I was working full-time at a school and managing different roles such as being a wife, mother and tutor I had to organise and manage my time wisely. Many times I had to refrain myself from procrastinating in order to make the best use of my time.
How did you find studying online?
I found studying online enjoyable and flexible as I was able to balance my responsibilities and study at my own pace and at the time that was most convenient to me. At the beginning it was a challenge, as online learning was new to me and took me some time to get accustomed to, but with the support and guidance by the staff and colleagues, I was able to master the skills and become proficient at it by the end of my first year. Studying online enabled me to continue my teaching career as a full-time teacher. This gave me a better understanding of the contents of the course and I was able to apply the knowledge/skills that I gained from my teaching to answer the assessment questions.
Which courses did you enjoy the most?
I enjoyed all the courses as I found them very interesting. But I really enjoyed learning about multiculturalism, inclusive practice and my research proposal topic - Second language learning and teaching as it linked directly to the classroom environment I teach.
How has the NZTC qualification assisted you in your current role?
It has given me an internationally recognised qualification and it has helped me immensely in my current role as a teacher in understanding and supporting children and families of different cultures and backgrounds.
SRI LANKAN STUDENT SHINES
Fathima Shahareen Fahim and Sanjay Jain
PROSPECTUSExplore NZTC’s suite of early childhood education qualifications.
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