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New Zealand Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (Practice/​Applied Practice)

Ignite Colleges

Subject area

Human Welfare Studies and Services not elsewhere classified

Qualification

Duration

1

1 Year

Total student fees

$6,443

over 1 Year - details

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

This qualification is designed for experienced people working in the Health and Wellbeing sector; people wanting to enter the sector; and professionals seeking development opportunities within a health and wellbeing setting.

The Health and Wellbeing community of New Zealand will benefit from having graduates with the skills and knowledge required across a range of vocations and disciplines, to support people to achieve their health and wellbeing aspirations.

Graduates of this qualification will work independently as practitioners in some sectors, or under the supervision of professional or qualified clinicians, in others.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

* Minimum 16 years of age (Domestic students) * Minimum 18 years of age (International students) * Have an IELTS General or Academic score of at least 5.5, with no band score lower than 5 OR alternative NZQA approved proficiency outcomes for entry at level 5 (International students) * Have a Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 3 or completed NZ Year 12 or equivalent or have appropriate work experience * Students enrolled on the online mode must either be employed or volunteer in a healthcare facility for practical verification of skills * International students on a work visa can enrol on the programme if their employer authorises this * International students must meet all Immigration New Zealand visa requirements and the visa conditions relevant to the type of visa held by the student * Some employers may require Ministry of Justice clearance. Students who intend to complete their work placement or gain employment with such employers need to have received this clearance prior to placement or employment.

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)
$6,443 $6,443
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$5,601 $5,601
Total $12,043 $12,043

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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: (022) 0791579
Fax: (09) 2682550
Email: riaan.haggard@scgnz.org
Web: http://www.ignitecolleges.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

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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