New Zealand Certificate in Tikanga (Mātauranga Māori) (L2)
This qualification is ideal for anyone wanting to build a deeper understanding of Māori cultural practices and values. Whether you're an individual looking to strengthen your connection to Te Ao Māori, a professional seeking to enhance your workplace with cultural insight, or part of a school, council, or community organisation aiming to build cultural capability — this programme is for you.
Designed with flexibility in mind, it suits people balancing work and life commitments while wanting to grow their confidence in tikanga. You’ll gain practical skills, cultural awareness, and a recognised qualification, all while learning in a way that’s grounded in real-world experiences and the richness of Māori knowledge.
Before you start
This Tikanga Level 2 qualification is open to everyone — it is designed for individuals from all backgrounds who want to build their understanding of tikanga Māori and apply it in everyday life, the workplace, or within their community.
To enrol, you need to be in a paid job, self-employed, or volunteering in a role with regular and consistent hours. If you’re not currently in a role, get in touch — we’re here to help you explore your options and find a pathway that works for you.
If you don't have a role lined up, contact us to talk about how we can help.
What's involved?
This qualification is delivered through two microcredentials: Piki Ake and Kake Ake. You can do the
full qualification, or choose to do one of the microcredentials.
Piki Ake covers:
• Module 1: Ngā Atua Māori - In the beginning
• Module 2: Introduction to Māori history
• Module 3: Manaaki on the marae - Pōwhiri.
Kake Ake covers:
• Module 1: Hui tikanga - Karakia and waiata
• Module 2: Introduction to pūrākau
• Module 3: Introduction to Te Ao Māori values.