Te Ara Reo Māori
Online e-Learning
Tirohanga whānui
Online Māori language classes for beginners
Our Level 1 programme has been designed for beginners who have little or no knowledge of how to speak te reo Māori - the Māori language.
To help you with your learning, you’ll also explore Māori traditions and practices so you will feel more comfortable in a range of settings where Māori language is spoken.
He aha tāu ka whiwhi?
Skills you'll leave with
Completing this programme means you’ll be able to:
Use te reo Māori words and simple sentences
Introduce yourself and your whānau in a range of settings
Talk about numbers, colours, days, months, and seasons in conversation
Follow and give basic instructions
Describe body parts and their functions
Appreciate te reo Māori as a natural part of daily life
Mā te mahi ka ako
Learn by doing
You will get to practice:
Every day reo Māori greetings and introductions
Pronunciation of Māori words
Basic instructions
Numbers and colours
Time, dates, days of the week and seasons
Ngā ara e wātea ana
Where will this take me?
By the end, you'll be able to:
Keep learning
Step up to Te Ara Reo Māori Level 2 or our introduction to Māori tikanga (practices) programme.
Use at work
A foundation in te reo Māori adds value in public and private sector roles, helping you connect with people and communities.
Community involvement
Use your new skills at home, on the marae, and in everyday life to support whānau and hapū, and help keep the language alive.
He meka
Quick facts
- Level 1 (Introductory)
- 60 Credits
- 38 Weeks
- NZ Certificate in Te Reo (Reo Rua) Level 1
- No fees
- Beginners online classes
- NZQA Accredited
Paearu whakauru
Entry criteria
You can enrol if you:
Are 16 years or older
Are a NZ citizen or resident (includes Cook Islands, Niue, Tokelau) or Australian citizen/permanent resident
Currently reside in New Zealand
Have little or no knowledge of te reo Māori
Kōnae ako
Learning modules
Ki hea, mō āhea hoki au ako ai?
Where and when can I learn?
No classes are currently open for application.
Kaupapa anamata
Upcoming events
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