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Certificate in Health
NZQF Level 4

About the course

This programme aims to provide learners with the skills and knowledge required to work alongside people, family and/or whānau accessing social and community services, under broad guidance.

 Learners who pursue this programme may already work in an entry-level role in the health and wellbeing sector but are looking to develop their skills and knowledge further. The programme is also targeted towards those who do not yet have experience, but who are looking to secure a role in the Health sector.

This Certificate programme is composed of theory, placement and self-directed study, and will provide the community health and wellbeing sector with graduates who are informed, passionate and socio-culturally aware.

Entry requirements

    • Be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
    • NCEA Level 2 (or equivalent)
    • or Hold a qualification in Healthcare or equivalent
    • or have a keen interest in Healthcare and successfully attend an interview
    • Must complete a police vetting form
    • Agree to undertake a volunteer work placement organised by Skill New Zealand if needed.
    • International students will need to meet the English Language requirements-Rule 18

About the provider

Skill NZ is an NZQA accredited Category 1 provider. It is a place for people who want to grow personally and professionally and make a difference in people's lives. We are one of the leading institutions offering Health, ESOL, NZCEL, Legal Executive and Equine programmes in South Auckland. 

Our goal is to see students succeed and achieve their goals, whether it is to be in the employment or further studies.

Skill NZ is more than an education provider. It is a Whanau where students feel supported and are encouraged to do their best and achieve their goals. Our goal is to help every student succeed in their study so they can make a difference in the community.

Skill NZ offers a range of programme. We have Health level 3, 4 and 5, Equine Skills Level 2, ESOL and Legal Executive Studies Level 6.  All our programmes are NZQA Approved.

Our programmes are designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to be job-ready. The programmes have work placement components, making them unique because we place students with well-recognised organisations, which gives our students a golden opportunity to be connected with the industry and learn hand on experience from the experts, making them ready for employment and serving their community.

If you are looking for a provider that offers education, personal and professional growth to be the best version of yourself, then Skill NZ is your place. You will get a lot of opportunities to be connected with the industry through experienced tutors, work placements, guest speakers and field trips so you can get the knowledge and skills you require to be employed in the industry. In addition, our student support team will provide you with guidance and support for further study and work opportunities.