Education
Certificate in Te Pu o te Toi
Te Pū o te Toi Level 4 is a bridging programme to further study or to attain higher learning before commencing a degree level. This is open to all cultures; learners who identify as Māori, learners who wish to learn in an environment that reflects kaupapa Māori. “Te Pū o te Toi” meaning “the source of the vine” is part of the narrative that Taawhaki began his ascent to the celestial realms during his journey and search for ‘ngā kete wānanga” or “baskets of knowledge”. The name is a metaphor taken from “Tāwhaki” beginning of his search to attain higher learning.
Overall objectives of Te Pū o te Toi:
- To provide a safe learning environment.
- To develop Te Reo & Tikanga Máori.
- To develop knowledge and skills to meet entry criteria for degree level.
- To gain basic knowledge of the Treaty of Waitangi.
- To develop tertiary study skills, writing skills, research and basic computer skills.
The six Compulsory Modules offered are:
- Te Toi Huarewa 1 & 2
- Te Reo me ōna Tikanga 1 & 2
- Mahi Tahi
- Colonisation and Te Tiriti
And two Elective Modules:
- Certificate in Te Reo Rangatira
- Health Studies
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We are now accepting enrolments TE KUITI CAMPUS, Tiroa House Taupiri Street, Te Kuiti Phone Rangi on 07 878 6558 |