The aim of this programme is provide international and domestic students with the skills and knowledge to either pathway to work in the disability sector or further study in the areas of health and disability. The target learners are international and domestic learners who are wanting to gain knowledge and skills in the health and disability sector at an entry level to work in the disability sector or pathway into higher-level health and disability programmes.
Core papers included
CDS 1.1 Key Accountabilities of a Support Worker
CDS 1.2 Disability Communication and Support
CDS 1.3 Personal Disability Support
CDS 1.4 Support of Aspirations
Programme Outcomes
鈥婫raduated will be able to:
Apply knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and codes in a health and wellbeing setting to provide health and wellbeing services in an ethical and professional manner.
Recognise and respond to signs of vulnerability and abuse in a health or wellbeing setting.
Communicate effectively in a culturally appropriate manner to support a person's health or wellbeing.
Provide culturally appropriate person-centred health and wellbeing support to maximise a person's independence.
Recognise and respond to signs of functional, behavioural, environmental or other health or wellbeing change in a person, in a home or community setting.
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At least 18 years of age at programme start date.
- Year 12 or 13 qualification or equivalent (high school) including at least one science subject.
- IELTS 5.0 with individual no bands less than 5.0 or equivalent as per the English Language Proficiency Requirements for International students determined by NZQA.
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