New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3) - Health

Health Studies

A course by

NorthTec

A bridging qualification designed to develop foundational academic, communication, numeracy, and IT skills, preparing students for further study or employment in the health sector.

NZ$878

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NZQA Level 3 Certification (60 Credits)

Study Level

Entry

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Blended study

This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions

Available in 4 locations

It will take a total of 17 weeks

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Manage own learning and work effectively

Demonstrate personal management and effective teamwork to achieve academic and workplace goals.

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Apply specialised knowledge

Identify and use diverse sources of knowledge to solve context-relevant academic and health sector problems.

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Solve problems and communicate solutions

Solve problems relevant to your field and communicate solutions effectively using appropriate methods and media.

What You're Signing Up For

This programme is ideal for learners preparing for a career or further study in health. It provides essential study, literacy, numeracy, IT, and communication skills necessary for academic and workplace success, particularly in health-related fields. Students gain experience in self-management, teamwork, research, and presentation, and explore career and educational pathways in health.

Course Content

  • Academic study skills
  • Literacy and communication
  • Numeracy skills
  • Study and time management techniques
  • Technology and IT skills
  • Problem-solving in health contexts
  • Research skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Work and employment pathway exploration

What you need to know first

Be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.

Able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level.

Physically able to complete the programme-specific outcomes.

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Health

  • Healthcare

  • Support Worker

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Health Care Assistant

  • Home Care Support Worker

  • Home and Community Support Worker