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Universities New Zealand Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus Courses Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4) - Social Services

Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4) - Social Services

Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus

Christchurch, New Zealand

Tuition Fee NZ$ 23,656
Country Rank#18
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 5.5

Program Overview

This programme is designed to equip you to work effectively as a social support worker in the health and wellbeing sector.

You'll acquire skills in the areas of family violence support and prevention, social justice advocacy, community development and refugee support, and learn how to engage and communicate with people in a way that respects their socio-cultural identity. During the programme you’ll also develop your capabilities in the areas of self-awareness, reflective practice and personal leadership.

As part of your studies, you’ll undertake 200 hours of workplace practice, giving you hands-on experience in addiction and mental health settings that will prepare you well for employment.

Course Content
Level 4
- Introduction to the Health and Wellbeing
- Contemporary Issues in Health and Wellbeing
- Knowledge for Practice
- Social Services Practicum A
- Social Services Practicum B
- Te Ao Hauora Maori
- Working With People
Entry Requirement
English Requirements
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, book an IELTS or other test through the Ara Examination Centre or 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.

Overall IELTS 5.5 Academic
- 5.0 Listening
- 5.0 Reading
- 5.0 Writing
- 5.0 Speaking
Fees & Scholarships
International Fee
$23,656 per year

Cost Of Studying At Ara Institute of Canterbury City Campus

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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