Experience the spontaneous joys and the deep rewards of working with infants, toddlers and young children and being involved in their development and learning. Whether graduates choose to seek employment in New Zealand or overseas, there are a variety of opportunities for a promising and rewarding career in early childhood.

Rangi Ruru Early Childhood College qualifications are recognised internationally, and exciting career opportunities are available both in New Zealand and overseas.

At Rangi Ruru Early Childhood College we are fully aware of the expectations of agencies, employers and early childhood centres. Our association with a number of agencies both in New Zealand and overseas, enables the College to maintain important professional connections, which support our graduates in seeking employment.

Comments from employers :
“Students showed dedication to and interest in their chosen career path.”
“Students are confident and articulate with other adults within the centre. They become fully involved in the programme from Day 1.”

Rangi Ruru Early Childhood College provides on-going support to its graduates wherever they may seek employment. Many graduates choose to undertake further training to become associate teachers to Diploma of Teaching students during their practical experiences in early childhood centres.

Professional development opportunities are an important feature of graduate support and a graduate newsletter is published twice a year as a means of maintaining contact with the hundreds of graduates of the College.

Our community of graduates is strong. Graduates keep in touch with the College and maintain links with each other, across New Zealand and across the world.

The Maternity Nanny Course is offered to graduates with at least one year’s experience with children. The Maternity Nanny course is planned with a specific focus on the role of a nanny caring for newborn infants and mothers.

Many graduates renew their involvement with the College as placement families, offering placement opportunities to Year 1 students in their homes. These associations are an invaluable connection for students, College staff and graduates.