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Universal College of LearningNew Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
1 year and 41 weeks
Next start date
Expected Dec 2026
Summary
OverviewThis programme provides an entry-level qualification for those working in the industry or interested in a career supporting people’s health and wellbeing, specifically in the area of mental health and addiction.
You will learn how building respectful relationships with tangata, family, or whānau in a mental health and addiction setting can change lives. You will apply values, knowledge, and skills that foster hope and build resilience.
Within each of the courses of this programme, you will attend placements that will provide valuable opportunities for you to observe and reflect on how clients are supported and/or have the opportunity to participate in guided activities within local communities.
Across the programme, ākonga (students) are required to complete a total of 200 placement hours.
Entry criteria
Domestic Entry RequirementsAcademic Requirements
NCEA level 2 or equivalent.
Additional Requirements
All applicants are required to:
- Declare any previous criminal convictions prior to admission being confirmed. Convictions of any offence may not necessarily exclude applicants from enrolment; the decision is at the discretion of the Academic Portfolio Manager
- Authorise UCOL to obtain a background check from the New Zealand Police Licensing and Vetting Agency
- Attend an interview with the programme lecturer.
In addition to the Domestic Entry Requirements, the following applies to international student applicants.
English language proficiency
International student applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible).
Under 20 years of age
In addition to this, international applicants under 20 years of age must have NCEA equivalency.
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