NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4) with a strand in Mental Health and Addiction Support
Course details
| Domestic tuition | $6,125 per year |
|---|---|
| NZQF Level | 4 |
About the course
This programme is currently on hold until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Make a difference in your community
Mental health and addiction support workers provide a variety of services in a diverse range of residential and community settings, working with people who experience addictions, mental illness or disability, as well as their families and whānau.
This qualification provides the first step towards a career in mental health and addiction support.
Our teaching staff live and breathe compassion and kindness, and will introduce you to ideas and theories within supportive learning environments.
Your future career and study opportunities
In the diverse mental health and addiction environment, support workers provide a variety of services to clients within a range of health and community settings.
Possible job and career opportunities exist within:
- Community-based support services
- Day programmes
- Iwi health providers
- Whānau family support
- Mental health and addiction support services
- Peer support
- Residential support services
- Volunteer sector
Further your study with the NZ Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (Applied Practice) (Level 5) or the Bachelor of Social Work.
Outline
The NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Service) (Level 4) with a strand in Mental Health and Addiction Support is a full-time, one-year programme, which offers you stimulating studies.
This qualification provides a pathway towards a career in many aspects of mental health and addiction support.
It is an initial qualification if you wish to enter mental health or addiction support work, assisting consumers/tāngata whai ora to develop and implement individual lifestyle or support plans. This programme is open to all who fulfil the entry criteria.
You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff and to view our facilities.
Academic learning services
Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT | Te Pūkenga. 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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About the provider
The Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) offers you over 160 qualifications from certificate and diploma, to degree and postgraduate level at campuses in Hawke's Bay, Tairāwhiti (Gisborne) and Auckland. Or learn at one of our Regional Learning Centres situated in Hastings, Maraenui, Ruatoria, Waipukurau and Wairoa. EIT Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's most attractive campuses with superb architecture and shaded outdoor areas for study on warm days. EIT Tairāwhiti two campuses are located in the heart of Gisborne, near the Taruheru River, and you can get more central than EIT Auckland location on Queen Street! When you choose to study at EIT you'll get the kind of experiences that will help you gain the knowledge and skills to get ahead, whether you want to break into your chosen career or change direction in life.