iReo 3 - Māori Language: Introducing your Family & Others (Australia)
Grow your reo by introducing the important people in your life with clarity, confidence, and cultural connection.
Description
iReo 3 expands your language skills so you can acknowledge, describe, and introduce the people who matter to you, including your whānau (family), your friends, and the communities you are a part of.
This course builds on the learning from iReo 1 and 2, by developing your ability to use greetings, family vocabulary, and simple sentences to talk about relationships in everyday contexts.
Step-by-step examples and audio tools will help you to improve your pronunciation and feel confident using these new learnings in real conversations.
Whether you’re reconnecting from overseas, learning with your children, or building cultural capability for work or community settings, this course helps you express relationships in a way that feels warm, natural, and grounded in Māori cultural practices.
Learner Profile
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An open mind and willingness to learn about the Māori language and tikanga (Māori customs).
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A commitment to regular practice and self-directed learning.
Course Prerequisites
For iReo 3 you’ll need to be confident with basic pronunciation, greetings, and farewells in te reo Māori.
You’ll also need to be confident in delivering your pepeha and mihimihi.
These prerequisites align with the iReo 1 and iReo 2 learning outcomes.
Course Topics
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Week 1: Use different terms of address and endearment in different contexts
Week 2: Use simple phrases to state whakapapa and whānau relationships
Week 3: Introduce family members
Week 4: Understand the purpose and importance of mihimihi
Week 5: Create a mihimihi to introduce family members
Week 6: Course summary & daily practice
Time Commitment: 3-5 hours per week.
Full access: Learners will have full access to the online learning resources for 8 weeks
Read only access: Learners will have read-only access for an additional 4 weeks
Staff Profiles
This is a self-directed course where you’ll facilitate your own learning using our online resources.
Throughout your study you’ll be supported by a kaiāwhina (support person) and join our online learning community.
This is where you’ll connect with other learners on their Māori language journey, ask your questions, and share your progress.
Course Delivery
Delivery Mode: This is a self-directed online eLearning Course.
Duration: 6 weeks (Approximately 30 hours total).
Course Materials: Digital
Assessment and Certificates
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There are no formal assessments for this course.
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There are tasks and quizzes to help test your knowledge. Tasks and quizzes can be repeated as many times as you’d like.
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A printable electronic certificate will be emailed to you when you successfully complete the course.
What You Need / Technical Requirements
Physical Items:
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Digital device with camera and microphone to attend online events (e.g. a laptop, PC, tablet and/or a smartphone)
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Headset or earphones (recommended)
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Reliable broadband internet connection
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Pen and paper if you wish to write your own notes.
Software:
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A browser like Google Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge to access your Digital Classroom
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Zoom video conferencing application
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Email - Outlook, Gmail, Yahoo, etc.
Course Fees and Payment Options
Price: NZD $495 (Tax included).
Early bird discount: Save $50
Early Bird Price: NZD $445 (Tax included). Save NZD $50 when you register early (19 January 2026 - 23 January 2026)
Payment Options: Payment is by Visa or Mastercard credit card in advance.
Payments are due at least 8 days prior to the course start date
Transfers and Refunds
Transfers, Credits, and Refunds
Check our Terms & Conditions for full policy details and eligibility criteria.
Terms and Conditions - Te Wānanga o Aotearoa
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I access the materials after the course?
Yes, all participants have 8 weeks of full access to complete the course plus an additional 4 weeks read-only access to review their learnings.
Are there assessments?
No, however there are tasks and quizzes to help test your knowledge. Tasks and quizzes can be repeated as many times as you’d like.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, certificates will be emailed on successful completion of the course.
Are there early bird discounts?
Yes, a $50 early bird discount will apply to all registrations and payments received within the designated early bird registration period.
Can I register for multiple courses?
Yes, you can register for multiple courses. For the best experience, we suggest taking them one at a time rather than all at once.
What support is available?
A kaiāwhina (support person) is available via the online community in your digital classroom. The kaiāwhina will answer pātai (questions) asked in the forum. We highly encourage learners to participate in the forum and provide peer-to-peer support to each other too.
For direct enquiries learners can also use our web form: https://tearawai.twoa.ac.nz/contact-us
Can I enrol with friends or colleagues?
Yes, absolutely! Studying with family, friends, and/or colleagues is highly encouraged.
What if I fall behind?
If life gets busy, do not worry. You will have 8 weeks of full access to work through the course at your own pace, plus an extra 4 weeks of read-only access to review your learning. You can pick up where you left off at any time during this period. Our kaiāwhina and online community are also available to support you if you need help getting back on track.
Contact or Support Information
Te Arawai | Partnerships Team:
Please use our contact form to contact us: https://tearawai.twoa.ac.nz/contact-us.
Call Centre Hours: Between the hours of 8am – 5pm NZDT
International Phone: +64 800 355 553.