New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing
New Zealand School of Vocational Education and Training Limited
Subject area
Community Client Care
Qualification
Duration
21 Weeks
Total student fees
$3,122
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to recognise the skills and knowledge required to provide person-centred support in the health and wellbeing sectors.
The graduates will benefit by gaining recognition of transferable skills and knowledge valued across the health and wellbeing sector, and the specific skills and knowledge required to perform a role within the sector.
The community will benefit through the provision of high quality health and wellbeing services by individuals who are trained to support people, whānau and family and the wider community.
This qualification is stranded to recognise the specific skills and knowledge required for a range of roles and responsibilities in the health and wellbeing sector.
Graduates will be capable of working under limited supervision.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Minimum Age: Applicants must be aged a minimum of 18 years old at the start of the programme. Academic Requirements: Attainment of the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 2) OR An equivalent qualification or experience in the Health and Wellbeing sector. This must be evidenced by a Curriculum Vita that provides information about the nature of work undertaken by the applicant and level of responsibility and accountability. This will be a case by case evaluation for each applicant. General Requirements: ?Being physically able to complete the work experience requirements which include safe moving of persons according to workplace organisational procedures. ?Willingness to work with the older person ?Provision of evidence of being vaccinated against COVID-19 that meets the requirements of work placement organisations. Access to healthcare organisations for compulsory workplace experience: Criminal Record Check International Students As per above, PLUS: International students must have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. English Language Certification: General or Academic IELTS 5.0 overall (with no band less than 5.0) or equivalent internationally recognised test. Certification must be no more than two years old and from one test. This is subject to NZQA Rule 18, details of which can be found at: http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/about-us/our-role/legislation/nzqa-rules/nzqf-related-rules/the-table/ Participation in an Interview Workplace Experience
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
21 Weeks
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$3,122 | $3,122 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$3,464 | $3,464 |
| Total | $6,586 | $6,586 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
N/A
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | N/A |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (027) 3430066
Fax: (07) 578 1526
Email: ceo@radiocareer.net
Web: http://www.healthcareer.nz
Where does this information come from?
The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.
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