Diploma in Community Healthcare and Support - Level 7
Study the NZSE Diploma in Community Healthcare and Support, Level 7 and get pay equity at $25.50 per hour and points awarded for Skilled Migrant Resident Visas. Study in Hamilton (New Zealand) and gain a 2 year post study Work Visa. Conditions apply - Get yourself here. For additional information: Click HERE
Looking to get that edge compared to others in the Healthcare industry? This programme is what will give you that edge and help you reach your goal.
This programme provides students with the required skills and competencies for future work and career opportunities within the specialised field of the New Zealand healthcare industry. With a significant work placement at the end of the programme, graduates will be work ready and able to apply specialised and technical knowledge and skills in palliative and aged care, rehabilitation, health promotion and primary health care.
Once you complete this programme, you will be eligible to work and apply your knowledge and skills in various healthcare roles within a wide range of various sectors. You will also be eligible for the workplace with pay starting at $25.50.
What You Will Learn:
- Various specialised skills related to the New Zealand health care industry
- In-depth specialist knowledge concerning palliative and geriatric care
- The ability to provide healthcare to a wide variety of communities
- The unique and specific needs, values, and world views of others to avoid inequities and improve healthcare outcomes for all.
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
PSW Opportunity
Level 7 (Bachelor’s degree)
- Duration: Equal to length of study (typically up to 3 years)
- Requirement: minimum 30 weeks full time study in NZ
Level 7 (Graduate Diploma)
Eligible for PSWV
Conditions:
- Must also hold a Bachelor’s degree (NZ or overseas)
- Duration: Up to length of study (typically 1 year)
Level 8 (Postgraduate Diploma)
- Duration: Equal to length of study, OR
- Up to 3 years in some cases (if part of higher qualification pathway)
Level 9 and 10 (Master’s degree and Doctoral degree)
- Duration: 3 years
- Condition: Must study at least 30 weeks in New Zealand
- Most eligible international students can work up to 25 hours per week during study and full-time during scheduled breaks, only if their student visa includes work rights.
- Foundation, pathway and short courses have different rules.
- Not allowed for part time students.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
18500 NZD
Average Cost of Living: 20000 NZD /year
Application Fee: N/A