Postgraduate Diploma in Leadership (Early Childhood Education) (Level 8)

Our Postgraduate Diploma Leadership (ECE) is for professionals who aspire to become great leaders in the early childhood sector.

During this level 8 programme, you will immerse yourself in current research, theories and practices of leadership to become more insightful and effective as a leader.

You will develop and expand your skills and thinking around leadership in ECE – from motivating and transforming teams to leading pedagogical change, positive organisations, and sustainable social and educational change for children and families.

The programme’s work-based leadership approach enables you to apply your acquired skills in practice from day one.

When you graduate with the Postgraduate Diploma in Leadership (ECE) you may progress to our Level 9 master’s degree, with two of the four courses contributing to the first part of the degree.

Shaping early childhood education so every child thrives and learns

We are a bicultural organisation committed to advocacy, teaching, promotion and delivery of world-class early childhood education for tamariki, whānau, kaiako and ECE services. We respond by being connected, contributing and agile to ensure successful learning happens together.

With 60 years of experience, we grow skilled teachers | kaiako, leaders, educators, and experts across the motu. Our Diplomas, Bachelor Degrees, and Postgraduate programmes in Early Childhood and Primary Education will grow your kete of knowledge.