New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services)

Summary

Develop the knowledge and skills to support people with mental health and addiction issues with the UCOL NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4) with strand in Mental Health and Addiction Support.

Quick info

Level: 4

Locations: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL Whanganui, UCOL Wairarapa in Masterton

Duration: 1 Year full-time (41 weeks)
Part-time option available.
(See Course Hours & Duration for details)

Dates:
Palmerston North
23 Feb 2026 – 04 Dec 2026

Whanganui
23 Feb 2026 – 04 Dec 2026

Masterton
23 Feb 2026 – 04 Dec 2026

Domestic Fees: *
$6,984.00

Scholarship info

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International Fees:*
$27,300.00

Additional Fees

Compulsory course costs may apply.

* Fees are indicative only, and are inclusive of the student services levy and GST (goods and services tax). The fee shown is for one year of study.

Need Some Advice?Apply NowPDFEnrolment Guide and Form - Domestic StudentsDownload the Enrolment Guide and Form - Domestic Students.If you’re working in the industry or are interested in a career supporting the health and well-being of people, the UCOL New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4) with strand in Mental Health and Addiction Support will provide you with an entry-level qualification.

You will learn how building respectful relationships with tangata/people, 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.

The programme will honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and recognise bi-cultural and multicultural responsiveness and safety. Additonally, the course will relfect the cultural and social aspirations of Māori, Pacific and Whaikaka (disabled) learners.