This vocational Health programme will provide practical skills and prepare you for employment as a support worker in healthcare. You will also have three weeks’ work experience at a health care provider.
What will I learn?
What qualifications will I gain?
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Support Work) (Level 3)
Targeted Training and Apprenticeships Fund (TTAF)
As part of the government's Targeted Training and Apprenticeships Fund (TTAF), our Health & Wellbeing courses are now free because they are focused on areas that are important for the New Zealand economy. Find out more here.
Student Loans
Student loans and allowances are available if you meet the criteria.
Find out if you're eligible by calling StudyLink on Freephone 0800 88 99 00 or visit www.studylink.govt.nz.
• Must be a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Meet the minimum requirements of the NZMA Entry Assessment.
• Have an acceptable New Zealand Police Vet before entry to the programme. If the programme begins before the Vet report has been received from the New Zealand Police, students may begin the programme but may not attend any practical experience at a health care provider until an acceptable report has been received.