Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
5 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
Non-Medical Care of Disabled Adults | Non-Medical Care of Disabled Children | Social Care
Area of study
Welfare
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
This 70-credit program provides skills and knowledge for working in the disability sector or pursuing further study in health and disability. It includes modules on key accountabilities of a support worker, disability communication and support, personal disability support, and support of aspirations. The program involves 22 teaching weeks, 2 study break weeks, and face-to-face learning activities scheduled over 3 days per week.
Program Outline
Outline:
Program Content:
- Provides skills and knowledge to work in the disability sector or further study in health and disability.
Structure:
- 70 credits
- 22 teaching weeks plus 2 study break weeks (plus 4 weeks summer break depending on intake start date).
- Face to face learning activities / Clinical Placement are normally scheduled over 3 days per week.
Course Schedule:
- Weeks 1-6:
- 20 hours per week of theory modules
- 10 hours per week of independent study tasks
Modules:
- CDS 1.1 Key Accountabilities of a Support Worker
- Investigate signs of vulnerability and abuse in a disability setting and provide support.
- Demonstrate professionalism and ethical behavior in a disability setting.
- Employ effective communication and actions to identified functional, behavioral, or environmental changes in a disability context.
- CDS 1.2 Disability Communication and Support
- Employ effective communication and behavioral management strategies in a disability context.
- Demonstrate a range of communication methods that can be used in a disability setting.
- Apply knowledge of safe practice for medication assistance, safe handling, and infection control in a disability setting.
- CDS 1.3 Personal Disability Support
- Use advocacy strategies that may be employed in a disability context.
- Employ personal cares and activities of daily living to maximize independence.
- Implement reporting and record keeping which supports the maximization of independence for a person in a disability setting.
- CDS 1.4 Support of Aspirations
- Use natural supports and community participation in the support of independence for a person living with disability.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Disability sector
- Further study in health and disability
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About University
Kauri Academy
Overview:
Kauri Academy is a Private Training Establishment (PTE) registered with NZQA and a signatory to the New Zealand Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students. It is part of the AKA Education Group and specializes in healthcare education and training.
Services Offered:
Kauri Academy offers a range of healthcare programs, including:
Disability Support (Level 3):
This program provides students with the skills and knowledge to support individuals with disabilities.Pharmacy Introduction (Level 3):
This program introduces students to the fundamentals of pharmacy practice.Diversional Therapy & Community Health (Level 4):
This program focuses on providing therapeutic activities and support to individuals in community settings.Pharmacy Technician (Level 5):
This program prepares students to work as pharmacy technicians, assisting pharmacists in dispensing medication and providing patient care.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Kauri Academy offers a diverse and welcoming community. Students can expect:
Expert Faculty:
The faculty are experts in their respective fields and are dedicated to providing high-quality education.Work Placement:
Programs include work placement opportunities with highly-regarded facilities, allowing students to gain practical experience and expand their professional network.Extracurricular Activities:
The academy combines classroom training with fun and enjoyable extracurricular activities.Central Locations:
Students can choose from two centrally located campuses in Auckland and Christchurch.Key Reasons to Study There:
High-Quality Education:
Kauri Academy is committed to providing the highest standards of healthcare education and training.Practical Experience:
Work placement opportunities allow students to apply their skills in real-world settings.Supportive Environment:
The academy fosters a welcoming and supportive community for students.Career Advancement:
Programs are designed to equip students with the qualifications needed to succeed in their chosen healthcare careers.Academic Programs:
Kauri Academy offers a range of programs in the healthcare industry, with a focus on:
Disability Support:
Providing students with the skills and knowledge to support individuals with disabilities.Pharmacy:
Offering programs in pharmacy introduction and pharmacy technician training.Diversional Therapy & Community Health:
Equipping students with the skills to provide therapeutic activities and support in community settings.Other:
Total programs
4
Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
Domestic students:
- At least 16 years of age at the program start date.
- Minimum of 3 years of secondary education.
- 8 credits at NCEA Level 1 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing) or equivalent.
- There are no minimum academic requirements for applicants 20 years of age and over.
International students:
- At least 18 years of age at the program 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.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
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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