NZ Diploma in Child Protection

Students are encouraged to become child protection champions and are able to take proactive leadership roles in their organisations and communities regarding child protection issues. We recommend organisations identify key people to complete the Diploma programme who can then give guidance and support to other staff.

Graduates will be able to…

• implement evidence-based and child-centred practice to protect and advocate for the safety and wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi in a range of environments
• apply advanced strategies to identify, prevent and respond to child abuse and neglect, and promote the safety of tamariki, rangatahi, and their whānau
• model best-practice in child protection in organisation and community settings to encourage consistent and safe responses to the needs of tamariki and rangatahi
• engage with and support families and whānau from diverse cultural contexts in a child-centred way to promote the safety and wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi

Location: Hamilton
Duration: 1 year
Level 5 NZQA Certified

Consists of 6x 3-day block courses, formal assessments, and self-directed learning.

Block courses:
Block 1:  11-13 February 2025
Block 2:  29 April - 1 May 2025
Block 3:  24-26 June 2025
Block 4:  19-21 August 2025
Block 5:  14-16 October 2025
Block 6:  25-27 November 2025

Application process:
Please use the Register button to submit your application.  You will also be asked to email a copy of your CV, proof of NZ Citizenship or Residency, and a character reference.  Your manager will also be contacted directly to give a reference.  From there, the Child Matters National Services Manager will review your application and let you know if you have been accepted onto the Diploma programme.  You will then need to register your personal details (all collected for auditing purposes) and create an order so an invoice can be raised.  For any issues or queries, please email diploma@childmatters.org.nz 

5-day Child Protection Studies Programme