NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing, Advanced Care and Support (Level 4)
Duration
18 months
Delivery
Online & Blended
Campus
New Lynn
Credits
120
Work placement
200+ hours
Fees Domestic
NZD $6,090*
Fees International
On request
Your staff can skill up while improving the lives of others by developing in-demand skills for specialty healthcare roles through NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Advanced Care and Support) (Level 4).
With the latest in research and care, they will learn about specialised practices while developing the skills, in-depth knowledge, and key attributes required to provide advanced person-centred support to those with complex needs, and to their family/whanau. Once learning is complete, your staff will be ready to rise in leadership roles within aged care facilities.
Become adept with communication strategies around working collaboratively in a health or wellbeing setting, while contributing to personal plans and workplace reporting.
Develop the skills and knowledge to adapt to changes, honour cultural diversity, provide quality service, and utilise ethical practices.
Contribute to the planned support strategies for person(s) with complex needs.
Gain the skills needed to develop practitioner relationships and responsibilities through observation and self-reflection.
Develop leadership skills and undertake peer mentoring and informal coaching in a health or wellbeing setting.
- New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3) in Health Assistance or Support Work strand or equivalent qualification OR
- Three (3) year's paid employment experience within the Health and Wellbeing sector.
- All learners must have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English.
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, whānau, and family members to support the health and wellbeing of people with complex needs.
- Support registered health professionals by safely carrying out delegated clinical tasks within a health or wellbeing setting.
- Apply knowledge of health conditions and organisational processes to deliver culturally appropriate, person-centred and relationship-centred care for individuals with complex needs.
- Communicate clearly and professionally in culturally appropriate ways, including preparing reports, maintaining accurate records, and engaging in challenging conversations within a health or wellbeing environment.
- Demonstrate leadership skills by providing formal or informal mentoring and coaching to colleagues in the workplace.
After completion of this qualification, you are entitled to Pay Equity Level 4: $28.25 per hour
Advance your healthcare career
The aim of this flexible-learning programme is to equip people who have experience in the health and wellbeing sector with the skills, knowledge and attributes required for advanced person-centred support. Caring for those with
complex needs, and their family/whānau, you’ll be prepared to take a leadership role in healthcare, particularly in aged care. The learning gained within this programme is transferred into work practice, with a supervised work placement in a New Zealand healthcare organisation
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- Join our alumni network
- Create a job-ready portfolio
- Learn from industry experts
- Live classes
- NZQA Certified
- Project-based and practical
This programme is only available for NZ citizens and permanent residents only.
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Further Study Options
- Diploma in Community Healthcare and Support (Level 7)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare with specialisations in Mental Health, Community Health, and Addiction (Level 8)