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Social work

Prepare to support people, whānau and communities through Christ-centred professional learning.

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2027 applications are open

Qualification
Bachelor of Social Work
Duration
3 years full-time
Semester 1 · Target closing date
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Teacher education

Find a pathway into teaching or supporting learning.

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Primary teaching

Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Primary

Prepare to teach in primary and intermediate settings.

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Duration
3 years full-time
Study mode
On-campus or mixed-mode
Intake
Semester 1, 2027
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2027 applications are open. Mixed-mode study includes required campus attendance and placements.

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Secondary teaching

Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary)

Build the knowledge and practical experience to teach secondary students.

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Study mode
Onsite and online
Intake
Semester 1, 2027
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Onsite participation and school placements are required.

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Early childhood teaching

Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education)

Prepare to become a qualified early childhood teacher.

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Duration
1 year full-time
Study mode
Online + placements
Intakes
Four in 2027

You must live in New Zealand while studying. Applications are rolling, with intake deadlines.

Teacher registration pathway Leads to eligibility to apply for teacher registration.

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Early childhood education

Graduate Diploma in Education (Early Childhood)

Deepen your knowledge and professional practice in early childhood education.

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Duration
1 year full-time
Study mode
Fully online
Intakes
Four in 2027

Study in New Zealand or overseas, with availability for scheduled online sessions required. Applications are rolling, with intake deadlines.

Professional development pathway Does not lead to teacher registration.

Education support

Interested in teacher-aide or education-support roles? Ask BTI about current options, entry requirements and study arrangements.

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Professional development

Micro-credentials

Focused learning about trauma, burnout and crisis.

Applications are open, subject to numbers.

MPP801

The Trauma Responsive Organisation

MPP802

Burnout, Fatigue and Human Flourishing

MPP803

Responding to Crisis

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Counselling

Build the knowledge and practical skills to support people, whānau and communities.

Bachelor of Counselling · 2027 applications open
Semester 1 · Target closing date:

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