New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing – Health Assistance Strand (Level 3)
The aim of this program is to develop professional, ethical and highly capable Healthcare Assistants who have a strong foundation of knowledge and practice. Students will become responsive to the changing needs of their clients, and be able to provide outstanding person-centred care under the leadership of a health professional.
AT A GLANCE
Method of learning:
Full-time
Level:
3
Duration:
22 weeks
Credits:
70
Code | Course |
---|---|
HW301 | The Ethical and Professional Healthcare Assistant |
HW302 | Change in Healthcare |
HW303 | Person-Centred Care 1 |
HW304 | Health Conditions 1 |
HW305 | Vulnerable Clients |
HW306 | Client Independence in Healthcare |
HW307 | The Role of Whānau in Positive Health Outcomes |
HW308 | Health and Safety in a Healthcare Setting |
HW406 | Culturally Appropriate and Safe Care |
HW310 | Health and Wellbeing in Practice 1 |
Online
For more information on the modes listed above, refer to the Modes of learning page
Refer to the Study dates page
NZTC qualifications have been designed to link easily into each other, providing you with a flexible range of pathway options into higher level study.
Upon completion of the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing – Health Assistance Strand (Level 3) you may be eligible to apply for the following programs. Entry criteria will apply.
Please contact the International Team at international@nztertiarycollege.ac.nz to discuss the entry criteria for your country.