Kickstart your journey towards a career in health & wellbeing.
Set your goals, plan your pathway, and build your skills in health and wellbeing with the hands-on Foundation Skills in Health & Wellbeing programme.
Work with a team, improve your communication and problem-solving skills, and gain valuable industry knowledge with support from our navigators every step of the way.
This programme helps students learn the basics of health and wellbeing. The course covers important skills like workplace safety, communication, and basic health knowledge.
Students will take part in practical activities that prepare them for entry-level jobs or further study in the health and wellbeing sector.
The programme is made up of two parts:
- Pathways and Goals (35 credits): Students will explore career options in health and wellbeing. They will set personal learning goals, gain an understanding of employer expectations, and prepare for future employment or further study.
- Projects (25 credits): Students will take part in practical learning activities related to health and wellbeing. They will apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios, developing problem-solving and teamwork skills.
This course is only available to students who are eligible to study for free.
To find out more about whether you are eligible to study free, complete our Study For Free Quiz
After completing this course, graduates will have the basic skills needed for entry-level jobs in health and wellbeing.
They may find work as a healthcare assistant, community support worker, or caregiver.
Graduates will be able to work under supervision, following health and safety rules, using basic care techniques, and communicating well in different health settings.
This qualification can also help them move on to further study in health and wellbeing or related fields.
You will learn
In this Foundation Skills in Health & Wellbeing course, you’ll learn how to find and understand information about health and wellbeing. Exploring how culture and other factors affect people’s health. You’ll also learn how to judge whether information is useful and how to share your research in a clear and simple way.
You’ll think about your experiences with different people, cultures, and communities and how these experiences shape health and wellbeing. Next, you’ll set career goals and explore different job options in the health and wellbeing sector.
This course includes hands-on activities, where you’ll work in a team on health and wellbeing tasks and case studies. You’ll use problem-solving and reading skills to understand challenges and find solutions.
Studying at OCA
At OCA, you’ll be supported every step of the way with our Whānau Ora support, including access to services at The Fono.
Our culturally inclusive and welcoming environment ensures you feel comfortable while learning and growing. You’ll also receive ongoing mentoring, even after you start working.
Learning at OCA is hands-on and designed to match your learning style.
This project-based approach includes workshop practice, theory sessions, and practical projects to help you build confidence. You’ll work in groups, get plenty of feedback, and receive one-on-one support from experienced tutors who know their industry inside out.
The course has changed the way I think about my future… studying and wanting more for myself.
Health & Wellbeing Student
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