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

Get the core skills you need to study at tertiary level and prepare for a career in nursing or health studies. Pathway into MIT health programmes or advance to higher levels.

NZ$4,140

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NZQA Level 3 Certification (60 Credits)

Study Level

Entry

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

MIT Manukau, Manukau

It will take a total of 17 weeks

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Develop core numeracy skills

Expand knowledge and understanding of numeracy through real-world learning scenarios to support study and employment in health.

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Strengthen science and applied project skills

Apply, consolidate, and demonstrate knowledge in science, numeracy, and literacy as preparation for further health-related studies.

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Enhance personal and professional communication

Develop strong literacy and communication skills for effective participation in study and eventual health sector work.

What You're Signing Up For

This Level 3 certificate offers foundation academic and practical skills tailored for students considering a future in nursing, health, or counselling. Through engaging hands-on learning in a supportive environment—including access to MIT's clinical suite and student services—the programme builds confidence and enables successful transition into further health studies or entry-level roles. Students will complete courses in numeracy, science, and communication relevant to health settings.

Course Content

  • Mathematics in practice (real-world numeracy for personal, study, and employment)
  • Pathway projects (applied science, integration of skills and knowledge in science, numeracy, and literacy)
  • Communication in practice (applied literacy, real-world communication skills)
  • Hands-on practical learning in a clinical suite
  • Literacy and numeracy assessment

What you need to know first

Open entry (no academic requirements for domestic students)

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Health

  • Nursing

  • Community Care

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Entry-level roles in healthcare and support work

  • Preparation for further training leading to health sector careers