Dementia Support (Micro-credential) (Level 4)
New Zealand Skills and Education College
Subject area
Health not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
3 Weeks
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The aim of this micro-credential is to provide students/employees with an opportunity to develop the communication skills and person-centred support knowledge, strategies and skills required of dementia support workers in a healthcare environment. Students/employees will understand the effects on caregivers providing dementia support and the safe practices required for working with people with dementia in Aotearoa New Zealand.
The student target market for this micro-credential will be primarily for students, whether domestic or international [onshore], who have:
- work experience with healthcare support, and/or
- related experience.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic Entry Requirements: There are no compulsory academic entry requirements howeverit is recommended that learners enrolling for this micro credential hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3) qualification or are working in healthcare industry. English Language Entry Requirements: Students whose first language is not English must provide evidence of competency in English language equivalent to IELTS General or Academic score of 5.5, or equivalent. This is subject to NZQA Rule 18, details of which can be found at: http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/about-us/our-role/legislation/nzqa-rules/nzqf-relatedrules/the -table/ International (onshore) students require a valid visa and insurance to study on the programme. There are no mandatory prerequisites for entry to this qualification.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
3 Weeks
Tuition Fees
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Government tuition subsidy
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
N/A
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
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All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (09) 827 6100
Fax: (09) 827 2660
Email: nzqa@nzse.ac.nz
Web: http://www.nzse.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.
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