Course Description:
This qualification is intended for those who are already working, or who are seeking to work, under broad guidance in the area of Kaupapa Māori Public Health.
Graduates will be able to understand and explain a Kaupapa Māori Public Health perspective from social, economic, cultural and environmental contexts that contribute to the reduction of Māori health disparities.
This qualification complies with the eligibility for pay equity under the Government’s pay equity settlement scheme.
Career Opportunities:
This qualification provides a pathway for those seeking to work effectively in Māori communities amongst whānau, hapū, and/or iwi.
Roles may include:
-Supporting and participating in the development of Kaupapa Māori Public Health approaches based on kaupapa Māori principles
-Raising awareness of Kaupapa Māori Public Health and the need to care for our whakapapa and the future aspirations of whānau, and hapori Māori.To find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Education Pathway:
This qualification provides a pathway for people wishing to develop a higher level of expertise in the Public Health sector and may lead to the:
-New Zealand Certificate in Kaupapa Māori Public Health (Level 5) [Ref: 2871].
–New Zealand Certificate in Public Health and Health Promotion (Level 5) [Ref: 1865].
-New Zealand Certificate in Whānau Ora (Level 5) [Ref: 2879].
-New Zealand Certificate in Te Pou Tautoko i te Ora (Level 5) [Ref: 2876].
This qualification may also provide graduates with a pathway for entry into Degree level programmes in the Health Sector
Entry Requirements:
Start Date: 16/03/2019
End Date: 27/07/2019
Duration: 20 Weeks
Credits: 60
Level: 4