Mental Health and Addiction (Level 4)
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NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4) - Mental Health and Addiction Support Strand
Do you want to support individuals in their journey towards improved mental health?
To help those struggling through the fight against addiction?
The most common mental health issues in New Zealand include anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.
This course will help you learn about Aotearoa’s health and well-being organisation, and then focus on the field of Mental Health and Addiction Support. You’ll discover the range of career paths and learn the skills necessary to work with people, groups, and communities.
On Campus: You’ll experience a unique combination of practical on-campus learning and flexible learning from home. This means you'll have the choice to work and study at the same time if you choose.
You'll also gain industry experience at a healthcare provider as part of your training.
Online: You'll need to be working or volunteering with a registered healthcare provider to take advantage of our online study option. This will help you advance your skills while you continue to work, giving you the flexibility, tools and resources to learn anytime, anywhere at your own pace.
You will learn:
Mental health and addiction support practices.
About Aotearoa’s health and well-being sector and professional practices within them.
The importance of communication and cultural identity.
Tikanga and hauora Māori.
How to engage and communicate with Tangata, family and/or whānau.
To apply knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Develop your leadership and self-care skills.
How to contribute to safety and quality in a healthcare organisation.
Reflection on the impacts of the wider health and wellbeing sectors.
Course start dates
FEES FREE STUDY
To find out if you are eligible for Fees Free study please find out more here or visit the government Fees Free Website.
STUDENT LOANS
If you meet certain conditions you can get a student loan and allowances. Find out if you meet the conditions by calling StudyLink on Freephone 0800 88 99 00 or visit www.studylink.govt.nz.
COURSE COSTS
The cost can be different depending on the subject and duration of the course. View the course cost for New Zealand students here and International students here.
General
Acceptable background check including NZ Police Vet.
Academic
Hold a qualification at Level 2 NZQF or equivalent.
English Language:
International students: General or Academic IELTS score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5, or equivalent NZQA Recognised International English Proficiency.
Domestic students with ESOL: must be proficient in English language.
Distance Mode:
Be employed with a minimum of 20 hours per week in a relevant health and wellbeing setting (paid or voluntary role)
Access to a computer or laptop, a microphone and a reliable internet connection.
