Welcome to
King’s Education We would like to extend a special welcome to King’s Education where we can help you reach your goals. We invite you to join us at our wonderful school to learn, and enjoy yourself at the same time.
How Can King’s Help Me? • King’s is an experienced education provider, with registered approval from the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and delivers only Government approved courses • Modern, central city location in the ‘heart’ of Christchurch • Up-to-date equipment including interactive audio visual theatres and online teaching • Quality teachers, some with university teaching experience and credentials • King’s specialise in providing a range of training courses for international students
Why Choose Christchurch? • Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island • Christchurch has distinctive summer and winter seasons, local activities include skiing, sailing, golf, kayaking and surfing • Museum, Art Gallery, Market Stalls, Aquarium and Cultural Arts Centre within walking distance of the city centre • Christchurch has more parks than any other city in New Zealand • It is 22% cheaper to live in Christchurch than it is to live in Auckland • Students at King’s benefit from being very close to the library, city shops and eating establishments, as well as being handy to the excellent transport systems • Top quality education in a pleasant, safe, learning environment • Friendly helpful people
Finding Employment in New Zealand King’s Certificate in Early Childhood Education Orientation helps teachers to become more employable in New Zealand. It equips teachers with:
Early Childhood Education Industry In 2012 all early childhood teachers in New Zealand will be required to be qualified. This combined with an increased demand for early childhood centres to cater for a growing population means New Zealand is facing significant shortages of qualified early childhood teachers. Qualified teachers in most overseas countries are able to convert their qualifications and experience to enable them to work as registered teachers in New Zealand. King’s will provide you with the knowledge, skills and confidence to find and retain work in New Zealand.
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Knowledge of what to expect in the workplace
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Strategies to meet possible work-based problems
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Awareness of the way early childhood centres are structured in New Zealand
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Awareness of the changes you may have to make to your teaching style
Immigrants seeking employment have an advantage with King’s Certificate in ECO. Employers can be assured that you understand the philosophy and requirements of New Zealand early childhood centres. You can be confident at negotiating higher rates of pay that are appropriate to your qualifications and experience.