Certificate in Health and Wellbeing III – Support Work
Course Information
Official Programme Title: New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3) – with a strand in Support Work.
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21 weeks
Face-to-face and 100 hours of workplace experience.
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Course Overview
Make a Positive Difference in Your Community
Turn your passion for helping others into a meaningful career. The Certificate in Health and Wellbeing III (Support Work) equips you with the practical expertise to provide ethical, compassionate care that truly matters.
Whether you aspire to work in disability services, aged care, or community outreach, this programme empowers you to deliver person-centred support that promotes independence and enhances quality of life. You will gain the skills to work confidently under guidance, implementing personalised support plans and responding effectively to the changing needs of those you support.
Where will this take me?
Graduates may go on to:
- This qualification may lead to further study in related health and wellbeing contexts such as the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Advanced Care and Support) (Level 4), or in leadership and management.
- Work as a support worker in aged care, disability, or community settings.
- Take on further training in leadership or mental health support roles.
Key Details
- Study Support: Academic support, wellbeing advisors, and one-on-one learning plans
- International Students: Yes – support includes orientation, visa guidance, and English language help
Entry Requirements
If you are passionate about helping others and want a career with purpose, this programme is for you. It is designed for those looking to enter the healthcare sector as well as those already working in the industry who want to formalise their skills.
Age requirements
Students must be a minimum age of 18 years or above at the time of course commencement.
English Language Requirements
(International): IELTS (Academic or General) score of 5.0 with no band score lower than 5.0, or equivalent.
(Domestic): Domesticlearners for whom English or Māori is not their first language must also havean IELTS (Academic or General) score of 5.0 with no band score
lower than 5.0, or equivalent.
- Pre-requisite: All applicants must undergo an initial criminal record check to ensure they are fit to provide support in the health and wellbeing sector.
Core Units
Intake Dates
Intake Dates 2026
Monthly, commencing April 2026
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Delivery & Requirements
How You Will Study The Laurus NZ Difference: Theory into Practice
- Integrated Work Placement: You won't just sit in a classroom. You will explore career opportunities through a structured work placement, gaining vital industry contacts and experience.
- Interactive Delivery: Our face-to-face workshops and interactive tutorials are designed to be engaging and supportive, helping you develop the "people skills" essential for support work.
Delivery & Requirements
- Format: Face-to-face delivery at our campus, integrated with 100 hours of workplace learning.
- Technology: To succeed in this programme, you will need access to a computer or laptop to engage with learning resources and assessments.
If you are passionate about helping others and want a career with purpose, this programme is for you. It is designed for those looking to enter the healthcare sector as well as those already working in the industry who want to formalise their skills.
Age requirements
Students must be a minimum age of 18 years or above at the time of course commencement.
English Language Requirements
(International): IELTS (Academic or General) score of 5.0 with no band score lower than 5.0, or equivalent.
(Domestic): Domesticlearners for whom English or Māori is not their first language must also havean IELTS (Academic or General) score of 5.0 with no band score
lower than 5.0, or equivalent.
- Pre-requisite: All applicants must undergo an initial criminal record check to ensure they are fit to provide support in the health and wellbeing sector.
Intake Dates 2026
Monthly, commencing April 2026
For further enquiries please enquire with our marketing team.
How You Will Study The Laurus NZ Difference: Theory into Practice
- Integrated Work Placement: You won't just sit in a classroom. You will explore career opportunities through a structured work placement, gaining vital industry contacts and experience.
- Interactive Delivery: Our face-to-face workshops and interactive tutorials are designed to be engaging and supportive, helping you develop the "people skills" essential for support work.
Delivery & Requirements
- Format: Face-to-face delivery at our campus, integrated with 100 hours of workplace learning.
- Technology: To succeed in this programme, you will need access to a computer or laptop to engage with learning resources and assessments.
Why study this course?
Real Industry Experience:
You will complete a minimum of 100 hours of supervised workplace learning as part of your studies. This placement allows you to apply what you learn in class directly to a healthcare provider setting, ensuring you graduate work-ready.
Simulated Learning:
Before you step into the workplace, you will build confidence in our simulated care environments, practicing safe personal care, infection control, and emergency responses in a supported setting.
Holistic & Cultural Focus:
We focus on more than just physical care. You will explore holistic health models (such as Te Whare Tapa Whā) and learn to provide culturally responsive support that respects the diverse identities of our community.
Career Pathways:
This qualification prepares you for a range of roles in the mental health, community health, addiction, or aged care sectors, and provides a pathway to higher-level study.
Job Roles
Potential employment options are support worker in aged care, disability, or community settings.
Job Roles
Potential employment options are support worker in aged care, disability, or community settings.
What You Will Learn
This qualification provides the specific skillsand knowledge required to become a competent support worker. You will learn to:
Provide Person-Centred Support: Apply strategies that maximise independence and treat individuals with dignity and respect.
Recognise Vulnerability: Identify and respond to signs of vulnerability, abuse, and neglect, ensuring the safety of those in your care.
Work Professionally: Demonstrate ethical behaviour, maintain professional boundaries, and strictly adhere to health and safety regulations.
Support Daily Living: Assist with personal care and daily living needs while promoting healthy relationships and community participation.
Respond to Change: Recognise signs of functional or behavioural change and implement personal plans to support positive lifestyle outcomes.