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Ashika has always had a passion for teaching, but it was the arrival of her own children that inspired her to accomplish her dream.
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Brian has always been passionate about supporting and influencing the next generation and so teaching was the next obvious step.
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It was memories of her own experience a teenager in school that made Kezia decide to apply for the Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary).
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Become a teacher in just one year, like Jason
Curious about what it’s like to study the Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Primary) at the University of Auckland | Waipapa Taumata Rau? In this video, a recent graduate, Jason, shares his journey to become a teacher. Whether you’re considering a career change or pursuing your passion for education, the University of Auckland | Waipapa Taumata Rau can prepare you to inspire the next generation.
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Studying the Online Graduate Diploma in Teaching (ECE) allowed Portia the flexibility to fit her studies and the schedule of her two young tamariki.
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Kāren was recently inspired to take the leap into teaching and invest in making a difference with the next generation.
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Studying the Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary) has allowed Madison to pursue her passions for dance to help empower our younger generation.
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Hannah shares why she wants to be a secondary teacher
Hannah completed a Bachelor’s degree in Sport, Health, and Physical Education before enroling in the Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary).
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Joey worked as a Quality Controller at Fisher and Paykel Healthcare, but his dream has always been to become a teacher.
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Izzy is being hosted by Whangārei Girls’ High School and they're loving it!
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Brogan wanted to give back to his community, the Teacher Education in Schools Progamme meant he was immediately able to get real-world classroom experience.
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