NZQA registered unit standard
19533 version 2
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Title
Demonstrate knowledge of tikanga Māori in relation to the human
anatomy
Level
1
Credits
2
Purpose
People credited with this unit standard are able to explain: the
human anatomy according to kaupapa Māori; the emotions in
relation to different internal organs according to kaupapa Māori;
and the notion of uwha and ure tārewa according to kaupapa
Māori.
Classification
Hauora > Tikanga Hauora
Available grade
Achieved
Explanatory notes
1
The context of the inquiries is limited to local rohe or takiwā. Where local rohe are
also occupied by a number of other iwi or hapū, the tangata whenua or mana
whenua view will take precedence. Other iwi or hapū views should be encouraged in
order to enrich and enhance understanding of key Māori science concepts and
practices.
2
The definitions of Māori word and concepts in the local dialect must be verified by the
local iwi and/or hapū.
3
Descriptions and explanations can be presented in a number of ways that may
include but are not limited to: oral presentations, visual presentations, written
presentations, whakaari, waiata, and haka.
4
An annotated bibliography that supports this unit standard can be obtained from the
National Association of Māori Mathematicians, Scientists and Technologists
(NAMMSAT).
5
Definitions
Emotions (ngā kare ā roto) refer to a strong mental or instinctive feeling, emotional
susceptibilities or sympathies.
Kaupapa Māori refers to a view held by Māori of their natural world, and their place
within it.
Māori cultural practices may include but are not limited to: whakamā, aroha,
pūhaehae, makutu, whakamamari, haka, tangi.
Tikanga Māori refers to the appropriate or right ways or practises that are associated
with the human anatomy.
Ure tārewa refers to the male element in particular the reproductive organs, and the
essence of masculinity.
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SSB Code 194
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NZQA registered unit standard
19533 version 2
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Uwha refers to the female element in particular the reproductive organs, and the
essence of femininity.
Outcomes and evidence requirements
Outcome 1
Explain the human anatomy according to kaupapa Māori.
Evidence requirements
1.1
Tikanga Māori associated with the human anatomy are identified and described.
1.2
Parts of the human anatomy according to kaupapa Māori are identified and
described.
Range
1.3
at least eight parts.
The kaupapa Māori relating to parts of the human anatomy are described.
Range
at least four of the eight parts.
Outcome 2
Explain the emotions in relation to different internal organs according to kaupapa Māori.
Range
two emotions and two internal organs are required.
Evidence requirements
2.1
Māori cultural practices in relation to emotions are described.
2.2
The links between the emotions and the selected internal organs are explained.
Outcome 3
Explain the notion of uwha and ure tārewa according to kaupapa Māori.
Evidence requirements
3.1
The notion of uwha is described in terms of kaupapa Māori.
3.2
The notion of ure tārewa is described in terms of kaupapa Māori.
3.3
The similarities and differences between uwha and ure tārewa are explained.
Range
at least two similarities and two differences.
NZQA Māori Qualifications Services
SSB Code 194
 New Zealand Qualifications Authority 2016
NZQA registered unit standard
Planned review date
19533 version 2
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31 December 2016
Status information and last date for assessment for superseded versions
Process
Version Date
Last Date for Assessment
Registration
1
22 October 2002
31 December 2015
Rollover and
Revision
2
12 December 2013
N/A
Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR) reference
0226
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to develop education and training programmes, such as minimum qualifications for tutors
and assessors, and special resource requirements.
Comments on this unit standard
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NZQA Māori Qualifications Services
SSB Code 194
 New Zealand Qualifications Authority 2016