Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Ara Institute of CanterburyNew Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3) Health and Science Pathway
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
19 weeks
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Summary
This six-month programme is designed to build your skills for long-term academic and career success by ensuring the essential layers of learning are in place. It covers a variety of subjects aimed at preparing you for the following programmes:
- New Zealand Certificate in Animal Management (Level 4)
- New Zealand Certificate in Exercise (Level 4)
- New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Level 6)
- New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5)
You’ll take core courses designed to equip you with fundamental academic and mathematical skills, alongside an introductory course to the human body which supports your chosen pathway.
Available part-time up to 2 years.
Entry criteria
Academic RequirementsThis programme has open entry. English language requirements apply.
English RequirementsOverall IELTS 5.0 Academic
- 5.0 Listening
- 5.0 Reading
- 5.0 Writing
- 5.0 Speaking
What if English is not my first Language?
If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study.
- Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives
- English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
- If you are a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident, complete an Admission and Enrolment form and Ara will contact you regarding a free assessment.
- If you are not a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent resident, please book a PTE Academic test through the Ara Examination Centre or complete an NZQA-approved English language test in your home country.
- IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.
- What if I have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance?
- You do not need to provide additional evidence of English Language skills.
Applicants who meet the entry requirements will be accepted into the programme in the order that completed applications are received.
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