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New Zealand Certificate in
Health & wellbeing
(SUPPORT WORK)

LEVEL

03

This programme is designed for those who wants to start a career in the health and wellbeing industry. It teaches transferable skills and knowledge that are highly valued across the sector.

60

CREDITS

22

WEEKS

20 HOURS PER WEEK

9AM - 2:30PM    I   MONDAY - THURSDAY

Class times are subject to change under the discretion of Crown Institute of Studies

FEES

FREE

STUDY

fees free

COURSE OUTLINE

The purpose of this programme is to recognise the skills and knowledge required to provide person-centred support in the health and wellbeing sectors. It will also equip students with professional attitude, skills and hands-on experience which would enable them to contribute to enhancing the health and wellbeing of an individual in a home or an organisation. Graduates of the programme will possess the skills and knowledge valued across the sector and will be capable of working in a range of roles under limited supervision. The course includes 150 hours of work placement in a support worker setting.

Course Delivery Method:

Face to face in a classroom setting, with elements of blended online learning.

THE COURSE CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING MODULES

Health & wellbeing awareness for care professionals

Healthcare safety & support, advocacy and inclusion

Engagement and relationships in health care environment

Holistic community care / clinical placement (150 hours)

Students are assessed through a mixture of written assessments, presentations, practical role plays and research based on real work scenarios.

COURSE TRIPS

All Crown programmes include trips to relevant sites and destinations. These educational visits will allow you to interact with professionals in the industry and observe the work in the real work environment.

  • Visits to clinics, retirement homes and other health & wellbeing organisations
  • Seminars hosted by professionals and practitioners working in the industry

Upcoming Intakes

2023 COURSE DATES

17 Jul 2023 - 5 Jul 2024

21 Aug 2023 - 23 Aug 2024

9 Oct 2023 - 27 Sep 2024

6 Feb - 20 Dec 2024

11 Mar 2024 - 7 Mar 2025

29 Apr 2024 - 11 Apr 2025

4 Jun 2024 - 30 May 2025

21 Jul 2024 - 27 Jun 2025

26 Aug 2024 - 15 Aug 2025

14 Oct 2024 - 19 Sep 2025

TERM BREAKS

3 Jul - 14 Jul 2023

25 Sep - 6 Oc 2023

14 Apr - 26 Apr 2024

7 Jul - 20 Jul 2024

30 Sep - 11 Nov 2024

SUMMER BREAK

18 Dec 2023 - 5 Feb 2024

23 Dec 2024 - 3 Feb 2025

entry requirements

Domestic Student

  • 17 years of age or older at course start date (be at least 17 years of age before the clinical placement)
  • Have recent police vetting
  • Have completed year 12 or NCEA Level 2
  • Pre-enrolment interview
  • Students who do not meet the entry requirements may be accepted at the discretion of the department head.

International student

  • 18 years of age at course start date
  • IELTS (Academic or General) 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0 (or NZQA approved equivalent)
  • 3 years of secondary school education or agreed equivalent
  • Have recent police vetting
  • Special circumstances considered at the discretion of the Department Head.

Study & Work Programme

Try our Study & Work service! Explore career paths, gain work experience and earn extra cash while you study.
Your choice to take advantage of this optional service.

What is included with Study & Work:

• Free professional training in employment skills and customer service from Function Staff, our Study and Work partners.
• Paid part-time employment with Function Staff during your course.
• Free 1-1 CV preparation, career advice and interview skills with Crown’s employment team.
• A standard reference will be included at the end of your program.

Further STudy

Students who successfully complete this course may wish to continue their studies in any of the following:

New Zealand Certificate in Health & Wellbeing Level 4

New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management Level 5

New Zealand Diploma in Tourism & Travel Level 5

CAREER PATHWAY

CAREER OPTIONS

Careersnz is a useful careers resource for students

Employment
Pathways

Find more employment
options at Careers NZ

A qualification in this course can lead to great jobs such as:

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT
(across most health & wellbeing related organisations)