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The Nanny Centre New Zealand Certificate in Early Childcare and Home Management
Incorporating The National Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care Level 3
 This is a 24 week course made up of 11 modules. This consists of 6 theory modules (14 weeks) alternating with 5 practical experience modules (10 weeks). Practical experience modules involve working with babies and children of all ages, and a range of child-related home management tasks. There is also the option of experience in childcare facilities, primary schools and in the area of special needs.
When on practical experience students will be required to complete eight hour days Monday to Friday under supervision and will be visited by a Centre tutor for assessment. The minimum requirement is three on-site assessments, but normally every practicum is visited for assessment purposes. A reference from each practicum is an important component in overall assessment.
Lecture modules are from 8.30am - 4.00pm Monday to Friday.
Students are required to keep written records of their work which are assessed regularly and practical resources are compiled as the course progresses. Unit standards = 88 credits
Programme Overview
Child Care
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Babies - handling, dressing, care of clothing, bathing, airing and making beds, settling, safety and stimulation.
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Crying - causes of and comforting.
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Feeding - formulae, breast milk (storage, thawing, heating), sterilisation, hygiene, routines, wind and colic.
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Nappies - changing, washing and folding.
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Toddlers - diet, clothing, play routines and toilet training.
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Pre-Schoolers - nutritional needs, safety and promoting independence.
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School age Children - confidence building and fostering individuality.
Child Developement
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Conception to birth.
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Heredity, genetics, teratogens and other influences on the unborn child.
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Attachment – emotional development, children’s worries and fears.
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Teething – appearance, chewing, weaning, preventing decay and accidents effecting teeth.
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Social development – Sibling rivalry, peers, family/whanau relationships and role in society.
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Physical development – influences, stages and motor skills.
The Learning Process
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How children learn, disabilities, special needs, gifted children.
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Basic signed English for the Deaf is taught throughout the course.
Play
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The importance of play, play and cognitive development, playgroups and pets.
Language Development
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Use of language, language development, promoting speech development and understanding, language problems, reading and first steps in writing.
Creative Development
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Rhymes, songs, art, craft and cultural awareness.
Educational Development
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Activities to encourage interest in shape, size, colour, quantity, volume. Natural and physical science.
Health and Safety
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Common Ailments - onset, symptoms, treatment, nursing and immunisation.
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Accident Prevention - burns, poisons, suffocation, drowning, cuts and falls. Road and car safety, pools, baby safety, nursery, children's rooms, rest of house, shed/garage, urban/rural and crime prevention.
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Child Abuse - sexual abuse and violence.
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Water Safety - survival skills.
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Comprehensive First Aid and CPR Course.
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Self-defence
Child Management
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Discipline, anger and aggression, behavioural modification, communication skills, building self-esteem, dealing with tantrums and anti-social behaviour.
Home Management
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Organisation, routines, hygiene, safety, nutritional needs, meal preparation, budgeting and managing of extra-curricula activities.
Personal and Professional Development
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Personal - Self development, personal presentation, communication skills, anger management, accepting different attitudes and values.
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Professional - Curriculum Vitae, interview skills, job descriptions, employment contracts, liability and protection issues and legal responsibilities.
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Special Qualifications - may be achieved in First Aid and CPR, Water Safety, Self Defence and basic Signed English for the Deaf.
Entry Requirements
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Check out our Domestic entry requirements here.
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Check out our International entry requirements here.
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