Roles that support children and young people in New Zealand require a special set of skills. This online course helps you build a strong foundation, covering everything from child safety and Te Tiriti o Waitangi to effective communication and mental health awareness.
Roles that support children and young people in New Zealand require a special set of skills. This online course helps you build a strong foundation, covering everything from child safety and Te Tiriti o Waitangi to effective communication and mental health awareness.
Certificate in Working with Children & Young People NZ
The legal side seems confusing. You need to understand your obligations under New Zealand law, like the Oranga Tamariki Act, but don't know where to start.
You worry about saying or doing the wrong thing in a difficult situation. You want the confidence to handle disclosures, challenging behaviour, or mental health concerns safely and professionally.
You want to work respectfully with tamariki, whānau and diverse communities, but lack a formal understanding of how to apply Te Tiriti o Waitangi in your daily practice.
Completing this course could open doors to roles across New Zealand. Here are some directions graduates may explore.
These are possible career directions only. No specific career outcome is guaranteed. Actual opportunities depend on your experience, location, and the current job market.
Certificate in Working with Children & Young People NZ
From first principles to professional practice.
All 50 lessons across 5 modules, available from day one.
An AI tutor trained on your course material, available 24/7 to answer your questions and check your understanding.
Every lesson as written text, narrated audio, visual slides, video, and AI tutor chat. Learn the way that suits you.
Your certificate is endorsed by ICOES, the International Council for Online Educational Standards.
Earn CPD points that count toward your professional development and show employers you are keeping your skills current.
Content written specifically for New Zealand, covering the standards and conditions that apply here.
100% online on any device, with 24/7 access and self-paced study. No fixed schedule, no classrooms, no deadlines.
Start from scratch. No prior experience or qualifications required, and a full 12 months to finish at your own pace.
“The video clips were the best part of the course.”
“Informative and easy to understand.”
“Very detailed and thorough.”
“It was easy and well written.”
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A different approach
Every lesson comes in five formats you can switch between at any time: video, audio, text, slides, and an AI tutor. Chat with your tutor to get clear answers, ask it to explain concepts, or test your knowledge.
Video lessons, audio, and written content. Choose how you learn best
Phone, tablet, or desktop. No fixed schedule, no classrooms.
ICOES and CPD endorsed Certificate upon completion.
Unlike other online courses where you're left reading slides alone, every lesson comes with an AI tutor built in. It explains concepts in plain language, answers your follow-up questions, quizzes you to check understanding, and walks you through real scenarios.
No waiting for a cohort or start date. Pick your payment option and get instant access to all 50 lessons.
Work through lessons on your phone, tablet, or desktop, whenever suits you. Your AI tutor is there on every lesson to answer questions and check your understanding.
Complete the course and receive your ICOES-endorsed Certificate, plus the skills and confidence to start working.
“Easy to understand and interesting.”
“The videos give you a break from reading.”
“Such a great course, the video slides are explained so well. I love the fast track videos. Very simple and easy to follow — the audio for each module made learning easy.”
“I like the fact it was presented in language you can understand. You can download the lesson or listen to the video — I have found both to be helpful. With the download option you can keep for future reference.”
“Very clear, explanatory, and easy to work through in your own time. It is very good with different learning styles — reading, watching, or listening. All of the materials are given at first and you are able to go at your own pace.”
“First lesson was fantastic, very insightful and easy to follow. Excellent modules to follow along with — really enjoying the course.”
The Certificate in Working with Children & Young People NZ is designed to give you the practical skills and confidence to support young people in Aotearoa. This course is a great starting point if you are looking for a career in youth support, community services, or education support roles. It is also very helpful for anyone already working or volunteering with children who wants to build on their existing skills.
Throughout the course, you will learn about your professional and legal responsibilities, including the Children's Act and the Oranga Tamariki Act. We cover how to apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi when working with tamariki and whānau. You will also develop skills in communication, building trust, and recognising the signs that a young person may be struggling with their mental health. Each lesson is delivered in multiple formats and includes an AI tutor, so you can learn in the way that best suits you. On completion, you will receive a Certificate of Completion from Modern Education New Zealand, endorsed by ICOES.
Enrol in Certificate in Working with Children & Young People NZ and join students across New Zealand who are building real skills, earning a real certificate, and starting careers they love.
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