Te Hapūtanga o te Ao Tikanga

Following on from level 4, this programme continues to develop your understanding of the tikanga protocols and cultural practices relating to your specialised strand. You'll advance your technical and practical skills of tikanga in its proper context.

• the ability to critically consider the thinking behind tikanga and its many applications in Te Ao Māori and the modern world
• an operational ability to manage and apply the tikanga in a range of diverse contexts including leadership, problem solving and rangahau
• an in-depth knowledge of tikanga protocols and cultural practices that provide solutions to modern day problems.

You can continue on to the level 6 programme, Te Whānautanga o te Ao Tikanga.

Specialising in a specific tikanga practice will enable you to identify and apply tikanga in that practice and compare to its application in other practices.

• a Level 4 qualification in tikanga, or relevant experience
• attend an interview or information session.