Prepare for a career in nursing or health studies
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Duration and study methods
Full-time for 17 teaching weeks
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Start dates
February, July
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Qualification
New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3) Nursing and Health StudiesProgramme code: NZ2863 -
Credits
60 -
Locations
MIT Manukau
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Entry requirements
Open entry
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Domestic fees
$3,300 (approx.)
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International fees
NZD$8,700 (approx.)
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Youth Guarantee (fees-free*)
Available (eligibility criteria applies) -
Māori and Pasifika Trades Training Scholarship (fees-free*)
Not available
Programme highlights
Do you want to study for a career in nursing, health or counselling?
Then take the first step toward the career of your dreams with MIT.
This qualification will give you the core skills you need to study at tertiary level and provide you with an opportunity to pathway into one of our level 3 or 4 health programmes or New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) Nursing Studies.
You will get hands-on learning of which some will be in our modern clinical learning suite.
Our supportive learning environment will enable you to build your confidence and independence throughout your journey.
At the Manukau campus, you will have access to a Kaiawhina, a Pasifika support person, a Whanau and an Mā Tātou room.
You may be required to complete literacy and numeracy assessments as part of this programme.
Māori and Pasifika pathways
If you are of Māori or Pasifika descent then you also have access to Te Ara Oranga while studying this programme.
Te Ara Oranga will support you to succeed in a way that suits your needs and you will get connected with industry, opening doors to your health career pathway.
Study nursing at Manukau Institute of Technology
Entry requirements
General
Open entry for domestic students
There are no academic requirements that need to be met to enter this programme.
International students: English language entry requirements
For the minimum English language requirements refer to the requirements set out in the NZQF Programme and Accreditation Rules https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/providers-partners/qa-system-for-teos/english-international-students/
International students will generally be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency, for this programme an IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 is required. Equivalent acceptable evidence can be seen at the following NZQA link: https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/about-us/our-role/legislation/nzqa-rules/nzqf-related-rules/the-table/
For more information please visit the IELTS test centre.
Need IELTS?
Book your British Council IELTS test with us.
You will complete your test in one day, plus get free online tuition to help you succeed. We offer paper-based or computer-delivered IELTS. Choose computer-delivered IELTS and get your results in 3-5 days.
Programme structure
You will need to complete the below three courses (60 credits):
141.320 Mathematics in practice (15 credits)
The purpose of this course is to develop and expand your knowledge and understanding of numeracy through real-world learning experiences, in order to meet the varied demands of your personal life, study and intended career destination
161.306 Pathway projects (30 credits)
The purpose of this course is to develop and expand your knowledge and understanding of Science through real-world learning experiences. It will also enable you to progressively apply, consolidate and demonstrate the skills and knowledge developed in Science, Numeracy and Literacy in order to meet the varied demands of your personal life, study and intended career destination.
181.336 Communication in practice (15 credits)
The purpose of this course is to develop and expand your knowledge and understanding of literacy through real-world learning experiences, in order to meet the varied demands of your personal life, study and intended career destination.
Further training or study
New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) Nursing Studies
Ready to secure your future?
Information is correct as at 3 November 2022. Programme fees are based on a full-time student and may vary depending on your final selection of courses that make up your programme. To provide you with an indication of costs, the approximate fees quoted in this publication are based on the indicative 2023 fee structure. The indicative programme fees for 2023 do not include the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF). The CSSF is an additional levy to your 2023 programme or course fees. Further information about the CSSF can be found here www.manukau.ac.nz/cssf. Programmes stated as eligible for free study in 2023 are based on the 2022 fee structure and subject to funding confirmation for 2023. All fees are in New Zealand Dollars. You will be advised of the current fees at the time of enrolment. All courses and programmes will proceed subject to numbers and academic approval. Manukau Institute of Technology is part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology. Te Pukenga is accredited under the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020. International students must study in class and will not be able to enrol for online study options.