New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Health Assistance) (Level 3)

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology

You gain the skills and knowledge required to provide person-centred health care under the direction of a health professional.You explore the way different health issues and practices impact the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities and learn how to care for people with multiple conditions or disabilities. You also learn how to safely move patients and how to respond to vulnerability and abuse.New Zealand’s aging population means there is increasing demand for people with your skills. With this qualification you will be able to access a higher level of remuneration based on the funding changes applicable to trained health assistant workers.You could also use this course as a stepping stone towards applying for higher level nursing courses or other degrees.

School of Health, Education and Environment