Pre-Health

If you have a genuine interest in helping others, but lack the formal qualifications, this course will provide that opportunity. This course will give you a qualificationtowards further study in health and is recognised as anentry to the level 4 NZ certificate in Study and Career Preparation. You will acquire knowledge and skills in Biology, Chemistry, Calculations, while gaining experience in residential care facilities as part of the total package.

Course Components:

Human Biology and Microbiology

• Study human cells and cell systems
• Find out about body systems like the digestive system and the circulatory system
• Investigate the way that body systems operate together
• Study the various factors which lead to diseases of the human organism

Cell biology and Chemistry

• Learn to use chemicals and apparatus safely
• Investigate the chemistry of living systems
• Study the food groups, their molecular structure and supply of energy for the cells’ activities
• Find out about the way information and materials move within and between cells

Maths

• Explore scientific calculations
• Use basic mathematical skills to solve problems relevant to the nursing profession

Placement and Practical work

• Receive individualised workplace support as you work in a health care facility
• Study ageing and personal care of residents in a care setting
• Learn how to relate to patients in a health care setting
• Learn and apply safe practice within a health care setting
• Gain a first aid certificate