International Education Courses
Take advantage of this chance to see what
kind of training teachers in others countries are exposed to, and expand
your knowledge in the process.
You can register for any of the courses during the online registration process.
Swimming
New Zealand Certificate in Swim Teaching
(Early Childhood
Specialist)
4-5 October 2007
This 2 Day course is supported by
substantial resources and a comprehensive Teacher’s Manual.
Content
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On completion of this qualification
teachers will be able to:
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Plan and conduct with competence a
series of progressive, developmentally appropriate in water
programmes for Early Childhood
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Demonstrate a child centred holistic
approach to teaching and learning with Early Childhood in water
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Demonstrate an understanding of the
principles of movement in water relating to young people
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Demonstrate a professional approach to
teaching Early Childhood in water
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Demonstrate an applied understanding
of learning models, Active Movement philosophy and brain development
research
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Develop structured administration
procedures for schemes of work, lesson plans, register of
attendance, medical conditions and emergency contact lists, health
and safety documentation including RAMS, EAP and NOP
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Apply the principles, strands and
goals of Te Whâriki where appropriate
Presenters
Certification
Participate in the 2 day course (A
certificate of attendance will be issued). A certificate of
qualification will be issued on completion of all requirements: complete
the assignment with a focus in one of two, or both specialist areas
(Infants and Toddlers, and/or Young Children); and complete a practical
assessment via visit or video submission.
AUSTSWIM Teacher of Infant
& Preschool Aquatics
4-5 October 2007
This 2 day course provides the candidate
with the competence required to deliver safe and enjoyable aquatic
activity programs for children between the age of six months to four
years of age.
Content
The course consists of approximately 15
contact hours (theory and practical), plus practical observation,
supervised teaching hours and assessment. Topics include:
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Philosophy of infant and preschool
aquatics
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Health and safety considerations
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Child development
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Principles of teacher, parent and
child relationships
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Methods of water familiarisation
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Infant aquatics programming
Presenters
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Julie Zancanaro
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Melissa Rickwood
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Sue Mayo
Certification
On successful completion of all course
requirements candidates will receive the AUSTSWIM Teacher of Infant and
Preschool Aquatics Certificate.
US Swim
School Association Infant Toddler Course
5 October 2007
This 1 day course provides the candidate
with a condensed version of the US Swim School Association Infant
Toddler Course.
Content
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8am-12pm Classroom Session: Swim
history, childhood illnesses and concerns and child development as
related to baby swim. This course reviews the progression of skills
and building blocks and allows time for sharing ideas in group work
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1pm- 5pm Water Session: Covering
various ways to work with baby swim students - You are welcome to
join Bob & Kathy in the water or to watch from the deck. There is
time for sharing methods although the structure does keep us on task
to cover a variety of methods and approaches to baby swimming
Presenters
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Kathy Hubbard
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Bob Hubbard
Certification
On successful completion of all course
requirements candidates will receive the US Swim School Association
Infant Toddler Certificate.
Linnéa Swim School Infant Swimming Teacher Course
5 October 2007
This is a short, intense, variant of the
Linnéa Swim School Infant Swimming Teacher Course.
This course is approved by the Swedish
Babyswim Association and condensed version of the 3 day course normally
targeted at inexperienced teachers.
The WABC adjusted course is one day and
assumes that you have at least 40 hrs of teaching experience. Evidence
of your teaching experience (Previous training & experience and
referees) should be documented and sent prior 5 October 2007 to Dr
Ludmilla Rosengren:
ludmilla.rosengren@babysim.com.
For more information please see:
www.babysim.com.
Content
This course is targeted at teachers with
experience of teaching babies who want to have a deeper knowledge and
another qualification and will focus on teaching children between 3
months and 2 years of age. Every participant receives the Baby Swim Book
and DVD.
Presenter
Certification
On successful completion of all course
requirements candidates will receive a Linnéa Swim School Infant
Swimming Teacher Certificate. NB: A minimum 40 hours of praxis must be
documented prior to course participation should the candidate wish to
gain certification.
International Education
Course Fees
You can register for any of the above
courses during the online registration process.
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Registration Type
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Early
Until 10 Aug 07 |
Late
From 11 Aug 07 |
Swimming New Zealanc Course
4 & 5 October 2007 |
NZD$200.00 |
NZD$250.00 |
AUSTSWIIM Course
4 & 5 October 2007 |
NZD$200.00 |
NZD$250.00 |
US Swim School Course
5 October 2007 |
NZD$300.00 |
NZD$350.00 |
Linnéa Swim School Course
5 October 2007 |
NZD$300.00 |
NZD$350.00 |
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International Education Courses fee includes:
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Presenters Fee
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Venue Hire
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Transport (within Wellington)
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Morning and Afternoon Tea
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Lunch
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A Certificate of Completion
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NZ Government Goods & Services Tax (GST) at 12.5%
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