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FREE | NZ Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (Applied Practice) [Level 5]

FREE | NZ Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (Applied Practice) [Level 5]

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Location

Hawke's Bay Campus

Study Options

Full-time

Length

1 year

Level

Level 5

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Make a Difference in your Community

The NZ Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (Applied Practice) [Level 5] programme is designed for those who have already developed or wish to develop a higher level of competence. It will give a more in-depth understanding of health support than is covered by the certificate level qualifications in health and wellbeing or mental health and addiction support.

These health workers may have more seniority in the workplace, carry a higher level of responsibility and engage in more complex relationships with consumers/tangata whai ora. They may also lead a team of health workers.

Dates

There is one entry date per year:

February

Career Opportunities and Outcomes

In the diverse mental health environment, support workers provide a variety of services to clients within a range of health and community settings.

Possible jobs and career opportunities can include:

Community-based support services
Day programmes
Iwi health providers
Mental health and addiction support services
Peer support
Residential support services
Volunteer sector

Further your study with the NZ Diploma in Addiction Studies (Applied) [Level 6].

Outline

The NZ Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (Applied Practice) [Level 5] programme offers you stimulating training, leading towards an advanced qualification as a health sector team member.

You are expected to have completed a relative Level 4 qualification or to have prior experience working in the health sector to enrol in this diploma programme.

This programme has a large practicum component and online learning opportunities alongside classroom courses scheduled though the year.

This programme is open to all who fulfil the entry criteria.

Subject areas include: building rapport and relationships; health, community and sustainability; recovery (mental health and addiction) issues; professional practice, ethics and leadership; and integrating Māori perspectives and approaches.

You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff and to view our facilities.

Entry

Entry Requirements

Academic Criteria Required

Meet the NCEA Level 2, or provide evidence of achievement at an equivalent level, OR
Any approved qualification at Level 3 or above on the NZQF, OR
Attend an information session with a member of the academic staff and successful completion of the alternative academic entry test.

Information Session

An information session is compulsory for those who do not meet the academic entry criteria and it is recommended for those who do meet the academic entry criteria. It will allow parties to exchange information about what the programme provides for students, and requires of students. Included will be discussion of possible career paths for the student, motivation, and physical and emotional requirements, and applicant’s abilities, background, experiences and interests. Attendance of whānau members and/or other support people is encouraged.

Alternative Academic Entry Assessment

The alternative academic entry assessment will measure applicants’ literacy and numeracy ability to ensure that it is of a level to cope with the demands of the programme.

Professional Criteria

All applicants are required to:

Sign a declaration and a request for personal information held on the Police computer.

If the declaration identifies any issue that may impact on the applicant’s ability to complete the programme, the applicant can discuss these with the Programme Coordinator at an information session. EIT reserves the right to decline entry to the programme should an applicant’s police record be such that they would be considered unsuitable for the type of work undertaken whilst on this programme or by graduates of this programme. The guidelines on which this decision will be based are the relevant professional association or industry requirements.

Please note: If you are employed by a health industry provider you are not required to undergo a Police check.

English Language Entry Requirement

Applicants for whom English is not their first language must have an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to enrolment in the programme. This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction, completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 3), approved scores on IELTS tests (6.0 Academic with no band score lower than 5.5), completion of accepted international equivalents or completion of an EIT assessment.

Academic Learning Services

Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.

We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.

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Hawke’s Bay Campus

Scholarships

EIT offers a variety of scholarships across various subjects and programme levels. Some scholarships are based on your age, some are specific to the subject you want to study. Not all scholarships are based on your academic ability and anyone wanting to study should investigate what scholarships are available to them.

You can find a list of EIT scholarships here however there are many more scholarships offered nationally. Information about these is on an database called “givME”. givME is accessible at EIT or at some public libraries. If you would like to come to EIT to look through the giveME database don’t hesitate to contact scholarships@eit.ac.nz or call in for a chat.

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