Program Overview

Certificate in Health and Wellbeing

The Certificate in Health and Wellbeing introduces students to foundational concepts in hauora, human biology, health systems, and cultural competency, providing an interdisciplinary base for further study or entry-level employment in the health sector.

Points and Duration

• The total number of points to gain this qualification and how long this is expected to take full-time: 120 points, 1 year

Area of Study

• This shows which Faculty or School you can study this qualification under: Division of Health

Start Dates

• Which trimester this qualification can be started in: Trimester A (March) and Trimester B (July)

Why Study the Certificate in Health and Wellbeing?

The Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 5) introduces students to foundational concepts in hauora, human biology, health systems, and cultural competency, providing an interdisciplinary base for further study or entry-level employment in the health sector.

Underpinned by a Commitment to Equity

• The programme equips students with essential introductory knowledge in holistic health, biomedical sciences, health promotion, and kaupapa Māori psychology.
• Underpinned by a commitment to equity and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Degree Information

Plan Your Study

• The Certificate in Health and Wellbeing introduces students to foundational concepts in hauora, human biology, health systems, and cultural competency, providing an interdisciplinary base for further study or entry-level employment in the health sector.
• Year 1:
  • BIOMD101 Introduction to Human Biology - Tinana Tangata Koiora
  • BIOMO101 Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology - Mātai Pūtau a Mātai Rāpoi Ngota Koiora
  • HELTH102 Drugs in Sport and Society
  • HELTH120 Navigating Hauora in Aotearoa and the Pacific
  • HTHPR101 Promoting Mental and Physical Health
  • PSYCH123 Te Tūāpapa: Introduction to Kaupapa Māori Psychology
• Choose one from List A:
  • BIOEB101 Concepts of Biology - Ngā Huatau o te Koiora
  • CHEMY100 Chemistry in Context - Matū o te Ao
  • HMDEV100 Lifespan Development
  • HPSCI101 Introduction to Human Performance Science
  • MAORI150 Te Tiriti o Waitangi: An Introduction to the Treaty of Waitangi

Entry Requirements

• Applications are open to anyone with University Entrance or its equivalent.

Fees and Scholarships

• Domestic students:
  • Domestic tuition fees: Approximate annual tuition fees and costs for domestic students enrolled in one year of full-time study.
• Scholarships: Visit our Scholarship finder for more information about possible scholarships.

Graduate Outcomes

• Students graduating with a Certificate in Health and Wellbeing will be able to:
  • Demonstrate an introductory understanding of human biology [health science], hauora, health, and wellbeing in the context of Aotearoa New Zealand, the Pacific and beyond.
  • Articulate and apply basic understandings of tikanga, te reo Māori and Te Tiriti o Te Waitangi.
  • Demonstrate foundational knowledge of the social determinants of hauora and equity in Aotearoa New Zealand, the Pacific and beyond.
  • Possess the ability to contribute to creating positive outcomes in health and wellbeing.

Further Study

• A Certificate makes for a good year of study, but if you find yourself wanting more, you will have the option of crediting all of your papers towards a three-year Bachelors degree instead.