Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT)This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Campus
New Plymouth Campus
This 19 week programme is perfect for:
This programme involves:
Regulatory requirements may apply.
Applicants whose first language is not English, or who come from a country where the language of instruction in schools or other teaching institutions is not English, are required to provide evidence of having passed such tests of English language competence as detailed in Policy and Procedure English Language Proficiency.
Required formsNote: when you apply please make sure to complete an application before submitting these forms.
Additional Information Required
Police Vetting Form (External link. Note that this form will have to be emailed, or printed out and handed in to reception staff)
Special Admission CriteriaStudents are required to complete 124 hours in work placement throughout the duration of the programme. Competency for many of the programme’s assessments will typically be demonstrated in a workplace environment.
To pass each course, the work placement component must have been met.
Further study optionsHealthcare graduates can work towards entry into the Diploma of Enrolled Nursing programme and Bachelor of Nursing.
Career OptionsGraduates of the Health Assistance programme may be employed as Healthcare Assistants in a range of contexts including Acute Care, Primary Care, Aged Residential Care and Therapeutic Programmes.
Additional expensesCloser to the programme starting, learners will receive a list of course materials to purchase. Examples of course materials could include textbooks, stationery, printing; uniforms, personal protective equipment, tools and a laptop.
Changes for new learnersWITT and this programme are part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.
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