Flexible study options
The New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) uses blended learning methods for delivery that combines face to face, online delivery and work-integrated learning. Students attend the polytechnic three days per course, with the remaining hours completed in the work place. Workplace hours are a minimum of 6 hours per week and independent study is approximately nine hours per week.
More detail about this qualification
How to apply
Before you start your application, you will need to have the following documentation available to upload when requested:
- Completed supplementary application form
- Referee report
- Verified ID
- Verified official transcripts
Give the referee report to a person who is willing to be your referee. Ask them to complete the form and either return to yourself (so you can upload with your application), or scan and email to enrolments@wandw.ac.nz within 10 days. Please note applications will not be processed the referee report has been received.
Alternatively, completed applications can be printed off and either:
Mailed to:
Enrolments, Whitireia New Zealand
DX SX33459
Dropped into:
Enrolments, Whitireia New Zealand
3 Wi Neera Drive, Porirua
Entry requirements
Domestic
NCEA Level 1 or equivalent; evidence of suitability based on referees and safety check, to meet relevant legislation.
International
Proven equivalence for Domestic Entry Requirements plus IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no band score lower than 5.5.**
Give yourself credit →
Use the knowledge you already have to fast-track your qualification. Workplace-learning, volunteering, professional development, other provider qualifications and online courses can be recognised as prior learning and put towards your qualification. Start by getting in touch with us, or find out more here.
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