New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Primary Care Practice Assistance)
Ringa Atawhai Matauranga Limited
Subject area
Community Client Care
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the primary care service within the health and wellbeing sectors with people who have the skills and knowledge to provide administrative and clinical support across a primary care practice, under broad direction and delegation from a health professional.
This is an entry-level qualification designed for people who intend to develop a career supporting tangata, family and/or whānau, and the healthcare team in primary care.
Graduates will benefit by having a qualification that recognises their meaningful contribution to primary care, their ability to provide administration and clinical support in roles within primary care, and a pathway to further qualifications.
This qualification is not associated with professional registration or a clinical scope of practice.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Applicants must: * Be at least 16 years of age and be a citizen or permanent resident of NZ; * Have some experience working in the health, social service or educational sectors; * Be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a proficient level; * Have some knowledge of te reo me nga tikanga Maori but not essential.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$0 | $0 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$5,574 | $5,574 |
| Total | $5,574 | $5,574 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
96%
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: (09) 4303307
Email: robyn@ram.org.nz
Web: http://ringaatawhai.org.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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