New Zealand Certificate in Whānau Ora (Level 3)
If you want to learn about whānau-centred approaches that support whānau wellbeing, this course is for you. You will be able to work under supervision and apply knowledge of Māori philosophies and theories of Māori wellbeing.
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Please email admin@kokiricentre.co.nz to get started.
About the programme
Arai Te Uru Kōkiri Centre and Otago Polytechnic have developed this programme to train whānau to understand how to support each other and to uplift, listen to and help each other be successful.
This programme is for those who wish to work with Māori and whānau in the development of a whānau-centred approach which supports whānau wellbeing.
Located in Ōtepoti Dunedin, New Zealand Kōkiri offers practical/vocational courses which equip foundation learners with the opportunity to learn skills in preparation for higher education or as a gateway into the workforce. Find out more.
Graduates of this qualification will be able to apply knowledge of Māori philosophies and theories of Māori wellbeing. This qualification will prepare you for entry-level work caring for or supporting people, from youth to adulthood.
What You Study
What you'll learn
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Key dimensions of hauora
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Tikanga associated with hauora in the home and elsewhere
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Knowledge of rongoā Māori in relation to the prevention and treatment of illness
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Taha tinana, taha wairua, taha hinengaro, taha whānau
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The well-being and needs of each age group and strategies to support well-being
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Hāpori advocacy.
By the end of this programme, you'll be able to:
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build quality relationships to form a coordinated approach in the delivery of services to whānau, hapū, iwi and/or hapori as an expression of whanaungatanga
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apply a range of standard processes and systems to assist whānau to make well-informed decisions as an expression of kaitiakitanga and manaakitanga
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apply operational and theoretical knowledge to design a whānau ora plan as an expression of pukengatanga
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reflect on practice and performance to develop own professional and personal attributes as an expression of rangatiratanga.
Delivery
Delivery is classroom based, using an ako approach to the learning with a reciprocal, non-hierarchical relationship between those in the classroom, whereby knowledge and experiences are shared in the learning experience.
Kaiako use korero, presentations, visuals, study notes, reliable information from websites and texts, and practical activities, to support an interactive approach which delivers knowledge and supports the introduction and practice of skills and tikanga.
Self-directed work involves the investigation and completion of individual assignments for assessment.
Entry
Entry requirements
- Open entry.
- International students are not able to study this programme.
Fees
Domestic fees
Additional costs
Stationery will be provided.
Student Services Fee
For most students, your tuition fee shown above includes a Student Services Fee – also known as the Student Levy. This compulsory fee covers your access to the student services we offer. This cost is tailored depending on how you're studying.
Tuition fees
The tuition fees shown above are approximate only. There may be a slight fee increase per year once Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) rules and guidelines are applied.
Studylink
Domestic full-time students can apply for a student loan through Studylink.
Some support may be available for domestic part-time students.
Apply at the same time as you apply for your course (you can withdraw your application anytime).
Fees Free for domestic learners
If this is your first time doing tertiary study, or your first tertiary study was covered by the Targeted Training and Apprenticeship (TTAF) initiative, you may be able to get up to $12,000 of your fees covered for one year’s study or two years’ training.
All the details and criteria are on the Fees Free website and you can check whether you’re going to be able to access Fees Free by entering your National Student Number.
If you can access it, we’ll organise your fees with the Tertiary Education Commission when you’re enrolled to study with us. This funding doesn’t include additional costs or living costs.
Application
How to apply
Please email admin@kokiricentre.co.nz to find out more about this programme and to apply.
We are part of Te Pūkenga
When you apply to study with Otago Polytechnic, you will be enrolled with Te Pūkenga, the new national network of vocational and applied education in Aotearoa New Zealand. You will learn in the same way, in the same place, and with the same people, and you will graduate with a Te Pūkenga qualification.
Disclaimer
While every effort is made to ensure that this sheet is accurate, Otago Polytechnic reserves the right to amend, alter or withdraw any of the contained information. The fees shown in this document are indicative only. Both domestic and international fees are subject to change and are dependent on the development and implementation of Government policies. Please note that additional fees may from time to time be required for external examination, NZQA fees and/or additional material fees.
