Healthcare

We offer multiple levels of healthcare training: Health and Wellbeing (Foundational) Level 2 (14 weeks) for entry-level positions; Health and Wellbeing (Healthcare Assistance) Level 3 (22 weeks, 71 credits) for healthcare assistant roles; Health and Wellbeing (Social & Community Services) Level 4 (35-45 weeks) for advanced healthcare positions; and Dementia Care specialisation Level 4 (12 weeks) for current healthcare workers. All result in NZQA-approved qualifications.

Healthcare courses are available on campus, online, and on-the-job depending on the level. On-campus courses include hands-on clinical practice in our dedicated healthcare facilities with professional-grade equipment. Online options are available for working healthcare professionals, while workplace-based learning lets you apply skills directly in your current role.

Entry requirements vary by level. Level 2 and 3 courses are open to New Zealand residents aged 16+ (18+ for international students) with no prior healthcare experience required. Level 4 courses suit experienced healthcare workers ready to advance. Online courses typically require current employment in the healthcare sector. All courses welcome those with caring natures and desire to help others.

All healthcare courses include substantial hands-on learning. Level 3 includes 100 hours of clinical placement at aged care or disability facilities, organised by Skills Institute. You'll learn in real healthcare settings using professional equipment, practice taking blood pressure, wound management, patient communication, and become familiar with hospital and aged care facility equipment.

Graduates work as healthcare assistants, caregivers, nurse aides, and support workers in hospitals, aged care facilities, community care, disability support, and therapeutic programmes. Due to New Zealand's ageing population and workforce demand, job prospects remain strong across the entire healthcare sector with clear advancement pathways.

Pay scales reward qualifications thanks to the 2017 Pay Equity Settlement Act. Level 2 qualified workers earn $23/hour, Level 3 starts at $25/hour, and Level 4 begins at $27/hour. Healthcare represents one of the most recession-proof professions available, with 34,547 personal carers and assistants working nationwide as of 2021.

Yes, we provide all necessary uniforms, equipment, and materials for your healthcare training. You'll learn on professional-grade equipment used in real healthcare settings, ensuring you graduate job-ready and confident with the tools you'll use in your career.

Absolutely. We spend time on interview and CV-writing skills, bring in industry speakers to discuss employer expectations, and our tutors have excellent industry connections to introduce you to potential employers. Our strong relationships with healthcare providers help facilitate job placement for graduates.

Many students may be eligible to study for free - contact our Student Support Team to find out. If not, you may qualify for student loans and allowances. Students aged 16-19 may be eligible for travel allowances. We can help you identify all assistance you might be entitled to.

Outstanding healthcare workers possess strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, practical health and safety knowledge, patience, physical capability for demanding work, and excellent customer service standards. Most importantly, they have genuine empathy and desire to support others through important life moments.