Kaitiaki Ahurea

“Tangata matatau … whānau matatū”

Māori knowledge and understanding so that whanau can stand tall

Kaitiaki Ahurea is an NZQA accredited Level 2 Micro-credential.

Kaitiaki Ahurea is an NZQA accredited Level 2 micro-credential. This programme aims to develop knowledge and understanding of Māori health for Māori communities. It will provide ākonga with the ability to enhance their understanding of Māori health perspectives and methods to work effectively and be culturally appropriate when working in Māori communities. This course is offered to everyone who has a specific interest in enhancing Māori Health outcomes.

What you will learn

Graduates will have:

• An understanding of the factors that have contributed to the status of Māori health and wellbeing.
• An understanding of Māori culture, Māori concepts and a Māori worldview
• An understanding of effective health promotion activities for Māori communities aligned with Māori models of wellness.
• An application plan with a focus on implementing a change in practice in alignment with a Māori model of health and wellness.

Desired Learning Outcomes

To increase knowledge and understanding of health from a Māori Cultural context. To establish tools and skills to implement activities appropriate for Māori communities.

Time Commitment

Wānanga will involve two days for learning and a half-day online follow-up for assessments.

• Professional Development Hours 50 hours (including assessment)
  • Self-directed learning: 30 hours
  • Wānanga: 20 hours

For more information

• Website:  www.teraumatatau.com
• Email: Tyler.Morris@terauora.com
• Follow: www.facebook.com/TeRauOra
• Phone: 0800 AKONGA or 0800 256 6642