Who is it for?

Tipu Ake is for a person:

• Who desires to have a understanding of Maori communities and how to effectively apply Youthwork skills in that context. You do not need to Maori to participate.
  
• Who is already or wanting to work with young people in their church or community in a volunteer or paid position
  
• Who is able to travel in order to build their knowledge and skills for working with young people
  
• The minimum age for entry into the Certificate programme is 18 on the day that the course begins. There is no upper age limit. Application for a special exemption from the age restriction should be addressed to the Praxis national office (see front cover).
  
• You need to be active in your Christian faith.
  
• We require all applicants to give permission to have their police record checked. A criminal record does not automatically mean that your application will be turned down
  
• On the application form, you will also be asked to supply us with the contact details of a person from your proposed agency, and one other reference person, with whom we can discuss your suitability for working with youth, and your ability to handle the academic requirements for the course.

Unless you have a medical, or other special exemption, you will need your drivers licence (at least your learners) before you start the course