A career in Health and Wellbeing
Are you a caring person who likes helping people in need? If you enjoy connecting with Māori and Pasifika whānau and communities to make a real difference in people’s lives then a career in Health and Wellbeing could be right for you.
There are lots of different job options in this field including aged care and disability support, mental health support, youth support, social services and more. This new addition to the MPTT scholarship programme reflects a growing demand for trained Health and Wellbeing workers, so don’t delay!
What type of work will I do
Your day-to-day work in Health and Wellbeing will depend on the area that you choose to focus on, but all jobs in this space involve supporting vulnerable people, helping them to overcome obstacles as best they can, and connecting them with other services in their communities. Many of the people you will work with experience disabilities or other health problems, family violence, trauma, addiction and crime. A career in Health and Wellbeing can be challenging but incredibly rewarding.
How do I train?
Health and Wellbeing training is flexible. You can:
- Enrol in a full-time Level 3 or 4 course with one of our training partners. See course options below.
- Or, you can choose to study Health and Wellbeing part-time.
Certificate in Health and Wellbeing
Many people start their journey into Health and Wellbeing by completing a course with an established education or training provider. Certificate courses prepare you for entry-level employment and the type of work that you’ll do once you’ve finished learning. They can also help you to decide which area of Health and Wellbeing you’re suited to, or most interested in. You can even study for free with one of our MPTT scholarships.
How do I pay for my training?
We understand that paying for training and education is out of reach for some whānau, especially those on lower incomes. Our MPTT scholarship, for Māori and Pasifika learners, allows you to study for free and offers wraparound support to help you achieve your work goals.
About the MPTT Scholarship
The MPTT scholarship is a unique training opportunity that goes beyond just covering your course fees. Our programme provides end-to-end support and mentorship to ensure that you not only complete your training successfully but also gain the necessary work readiness skills you’ll need to get a job with good career prospects.
Learn more about the MPTT scholarship programme, and how it all works by clicking the button below.
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Find a course
Before you apply for the MPTT scholarship, make sure you enrol in a Health and Wellbeing certificate course first.
Here’s what you need to do:
Step 1.
Check out the certificate courses in Health and Wellbeing below and follow the links to find out more. Once you’ve chosen your course, you’ll need to apply for it through the course provider’s website (e.g. Unitec or OCA).Step 2.
Apply for your MPTT scholarship and once you’ve been accepted, we’ll let your chosen course provider know that your application has been approved. From here we’ll take care of your course fees and you’ll also have access to all the additional support offered by our programme.Find out which Health and Wellbeing course is right for you using the links below.
Oceania Career Academy (OCA)
Unitec
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Entry requirements
Health and Wellbeing course entry requirements vary, depending on the course level.
Level 3 admission requirements are generally more open than Level 4 requirements. For example, to get into a Level 3 Health and Wellbeing course you will need to be 16 years or over, or a school leaver, and be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.
It’s important to check the admission requirements for the course you want to enrol in and make sure you meet the criteria. If you have any questions or need help with this, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us for advice and support.