Study and Career Preparation - Pre-Health Pathway, Level 4
Course details
| NZQF Level | 4 |
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About the course
This programme is a pathway for the Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery, Bachelor of Musculoskeletal Health, Bachelor of Applied Science (in Human Nutrition or Health Promotion) and New Zealand Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage. It covers a variety of subjects aimed at preparing you for higher level study in health and science, including human and microbial biology, cell biology and chemistry, maths and skills for academic study. All courses within this programme are available in Christchurch, Timaru and online.
Successful completion of this qualification does not guarantee entry to the pathway’s destination programme of study. Entry requirements for these programmes still apply and selection for some destination programmes is highly competitive.
Can be studied part-time up to 2 years.
Please note: In order to ensure you have the best chance of success in our maths courses, we require that you demonstrate a minimum level of maths knowledge before enrolling. This can be done using previous academic records (e.g. NCEA results) or through our entry testing process. The following Achievement Standards will not count towards Mathematics credits in this pathway: 91035, 91036, 91037, and 91038.
Please note:
- If you’re studying pre-health in Semester 2 2023 and looking to follow it up with a Bachelor of Nursing in 2024, you can apply for any of the four intakes in Christchurch or the two in Timaru
- If you’re studying pre-health in Semester 1 2024, you’ll need to apply for the August Bachelor of Nursing intake.
The Certificate will introduce you to health and science and prepare you for further study by developing your skills for academic study.
About the provider
Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level.
Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.
All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.
Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.
It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.