New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) - Nursing and Health
Nursing
A course by
NorthTec
Develop the academic skills to pathway to higher level Nursing and Health programmes. This Level 4 certificate is designed to help students build independent learning skills and prepare for further study in nursing and health.
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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Academic Research Skills
Locate, select, and analyse relevant information from a variety of sources and apply to context-relevant tasks and problems.

Collaborative and Independent Working
Work independently and collaboratively on context-relevant academic tasks and problems.

Communication and Argumentation
Construct a reasoned and researched argument, communicated using a range of appropriate media.
What You're Signing Up For
This programme helps students develop the academic and strategic thinking skills needed for success in diploma and degree-level Nursing and Health programmes. Learners will enhance their research, literacy, numeracy, and independent study skills, enabling them to become self-directed and strategic learners who are well equipped for tertiary health-related education.
Course Content
- Locating, selecting, and analysing relevant information from various sources
- Working independently and collaboratively on academic tasks
- Constructing reasoned, researched arguments using appropriate media
- Developing and critiquing a study and career plan with long-term goals
- Participation in local workshops and use of NorthTec facilities (computers, library, student support)
What you need to know first
Be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences
Be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level
Be physically able to complete the programme-specific outcomes
For non-native English speakers: IELTS score of 5.5 with no band lower than 5, or international equivalence
AND ONE OF: 40 credits NCEA Level 2, including 10 Level 1 Literacy and 10 Level 1 Mathematics credits; or successful completion of NZ Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3); or demonstrated skills for tertiary study through prior study, work or life experience

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Health
Nursing
Allied Health

Future employment opportunities might be
Health Care Assistant
Home Care Support Worker
Home and Community Support Worker


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