Course details

New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) Nursing Studies
NZQF Level 4

About the course

Do you want to become a nurse or healthcare professional?

This qualification will give you the essential skills to pathway into one of our nursing programmes.

You will get hands-on learning of which some will be in our modern clinical learning suite.

Our supportive learning environment will enable you to build your confidence and independence throughout your journey.

When you graduate, you will be ready to study one of our nursing or health programmes.

If you are Māori or Pasifika, find out how you could be supported on your MIT journey with Te Ara Oranga.

Entry requirements

General

All applicants entering the nursing pathway will be required to partake in literacy and numeracy testing to ensure suitability for the programme.

Students must score 70% on each test (literacy and numeracy).

International students: English language entry requirements

For the minimum English language requirements refer to the requirements set out in the NZQF Programme and Accreditation Rules.

Special & discretionary admission

Any ākonga who is 20 years of age or older and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme is eligible for Special Admission. MIT works with the ākonga to ensure they are prepared for their intended programme. Any ākonga who is not yet 20 years of age and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme may be eligible for Discretionary Admission. In assessing whether to grant Discretionary Admission, the delegated authority focuses on the applicant’s level of preparedness for their intended programme.

Give yourself credit with Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Did you know you can use the knowledge and experience you already have to your advantage?

Your previous work experience and on-the-job skills, volunteering, professional development, and other providers’ qualifications can be recognised as prior learning, matched against credits in our courses, and put towards your qualification – potentially saving you money and possibly helping you to complete your qualification faster Learn more.

About the provider

MIT is one of the largest providers of technical, vocational, and professional education in New Zealand, and has been awarded the highest possible rating, Category One, by the NZQA.

MIT has five campuses across Auckland, with a wide range of subjects for you to choose from. Our campuses and study facilities are located right in the heart of the industry — giving you access to the skills, networks and contacts you need.

MIT exists to transform lives. No matter where you are in your life or student journey, MIT has a place for you.

Get ready to make your next move and come join us, where the best makers are made.

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