Gain the entry level skills and knowledge required to provide person centred support in health and wellbeing sectors. This is programme is also an entry pathway into careers in the health and mode being sectors. Graduates will benefit by gaining recognition of the transferrable skills and knowledge valued in the health and wellbeing sectors which allow you to grow in your career.

 

Who can enrol?

If you are 16 years or older and already working in the healthcare sector, this course is the perfect first step.

 

What will I learn?

In this programme you will learn about:

• Introduction to support work
• Person centred care
• Health & Safety, and well-being
• Infection control
• Assisted eating and drinking
• Communication skills
• Planning care plans
• Basic Tikanga and cultural practices
• Relevant legislation and codes, policies and procedures

 

What qualifications will I gain?

New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 2) – Toitu te Waiora Community, Health, Education and Social Services Workforce Development Council

 

Where will this take me?

Enhance your career opportunities by progressing to our Level 3 programme. Either way you’ll stand out from the crowd by having trained at Ignite Colleges!