Sorena programme guide
New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
This guide brings together the programme information the institution currently publishes. It does not assess whether the programme is suitable for you.
Overview
New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care is listed by Cavalli College Limited as a Diploma at NZQF Level 5.
What you will study
Programme-specific curriculum content is not yet published in the Sorena catalogue. Use the institution link above for the current course structure.
Who may find it relevant
No general suitability statement is published. Admission is decided by the institution after it reviews an applicant's evidence.
Programme structure
Published duration: 1 year full-time (120 credits).
Fees context
Fee not published by the institution.
Entry requirements
Under 20: NCEA Level 2-3 or equivalent. Over 20: demonstrated academic capability assessment. All applicants must meet Children's Act 2014 requirements (police vetting, character assessment) due to work with children.
Start dates
- 11 Oct 2026-31 Jul 2027
- 15 Mar 2026
- 24 May 2026-13 Mar 2027
- 8 Feb 2026
- 9 Aug 2026-22 May 2027
- 9 Aug 2026 and 11 Oct 2026 run into
- Intakes starting 24 May 2026
- Intakes starting 24 May 2026, 9 Aug 2026 and 11 Oct 2026 run into/through 2027
- no separate 2027-start intake explicitly published beyond these carry-over cohorts
- through 2027
Career context
The institution has not supplied structured career-outcome information to the Sorena catalogue.
What to check before applying
- Confirm the current fee and fee basis with the institution.
- Check the next available start date.
- Review the institution's academic and English requirements.
- Complete the Sorena assessment before requesting individual guidance.