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Health and Wellbeing

Wintec offers a range of learning opportunities in health and wellbeing, including: support work, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and graduate and postgraduate programmes. Students will gain the skills, knowledge and practical experience to succeed as health professionals.

Bridging / foundation programmes

Foundation programmes are ideal for people who don’t meet the entry requirements for a specific course they want to study, are unsure of what programme to study, or have been out of study for a long time. Students will graduate ready to jump straight into their next course, or with the confidence to use the skills they already have.

Science Online

12 weeks
Online delivery
Runs every two to three months
This programme is suitable for students who hold University Entrance but do not have 14 level 3 science credits and want to study nursing or midwifery. This programme is also ideal for those who want to boost their science confidence before they start.

Te Ara Pūtake: My Academic Pathway

One semester
Level 4
$3266 per semester
Hamilton City Campus, Sport health strand - Rotokauri Campus (semester 2)
Jul 2019
This programme is for those who want to begin study, but need to build confidence or brush up on skills. Students will choose from five pathways that align with their career goals, including: Health, Social Practice, Media Arts, Early Childhood, and the Open pathway for general subjects and skills. Students will gain essential academic knowledge, capabilities, and skills needed to succeed at higher levels of study.

New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4)

One year
Level 4
$2500 per year
Hamilton City Campus, Online delivery, +1
Aug 2019
This programme gives students the strong foundation of knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to work alongside individuals, families and whānau accessing social and community services. Note: This qualification is not associated with professional registration or a clinical scope of practice.

Support work programmes

New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4)

One year
Level 4
$2500 per year
Hamilton City Campus, Online delivery, +1
Aug 2019
This programme gives students the strong foundation of knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to work alongside individuals, families and whānau accessing social and community services. Note: This qualification is not associated with professional registration or a clinical scope of practice.

Primary Care Practice Assistance 4 (Te Mahi Āwhina Tuatahi 4)

Level 4
$2500 per year
Online delivery
Feb 2020
This programme is designed for those who are interested in developing a career in health and wellbeing; supporting people, families/whānau, and the healthcare team in a primary care practice.

Nursing programmes

Studying Nursing at Wintec involves a combination of learning theoretical knowledge with hands-on learning in real healthcare environments. Students will have the chance to care for their own patients and learn about the industry through putting classroom learning into practice. Find out more about Nursing here.

Te Ara Pūtake: My Academic Pathway

One semester
Level 4
$3266 per semester
Hamilton City Campus, Sport health strand - Rotokauri Campus (semester 2)
Jul 2019
This programme is for those who want to begin study, but need to build confidence or brush up on skills. Students will choose from five pathways that align with their career goals, including: Health, Social Practice, Media Arts, Early Childhood, and the Open pathway for general subjects and skills. Students will gain essential academic knowledge, capabilities, and skills needed to succeed at higher levels of study.

Enrolled Nursing (Nēhi Whakauru) (Level 5)

18 months
Level 5
$7149 per year
Hamilton City Campus
Jul 2019
This programme is for those who want to work in clinical settings as an enrolled nurse and a valued member of the health team. Students will gain knowledge in nursing, social science, and the structure and function of the human body. They will learn skills in simulated learning environments which can then be applied on placements in clinical practice. A range of clinical courses in different health care settings will prepare students to practice in areas including rehabilitation, acute care and mental health. After completing this programme students will be able to apply to the Nursing Council of New Zealand to sit an exam to be registered as an Enrolled Nurse; this means they'll be able to practise under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Bachelor of Nursing (Level 7)

Three years
Level 7
$7149 per year
Hamilton City Campus
Jul 2019
This programme is for those who want to become a registered nurse with the knowledge and skills to practise in a variety of healthcare settings. After completing this programme students will sit a Nursing Council of New Zealand registration exam to become a Registered Nurse.

Certificate in Nursing (Competency Assessment Programme)

6-12 weeks
Level 7
$2500
Hamilton City Campus
May 2019
Need to get a New Zealand practicing certificate? The Certificate in Nursing (Competence Assessment Programme) (Level 7) can help you complete this. Note: This programme is only offered to NZ registered nurses

Postgraduate Certificate in Health and Social Practice

Six months
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Start date dependent on modules selected
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision

One year
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Feb 2020
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Social Practice

One year
Level 8
Fee dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Jul 2019
This programme is designed to extend and deepen an individual’s professional practice and apply an advanced body of knowledge in a range of fields of health and social practice which include, but is not limited to: physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing

Two years
Level 8
Fee dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Jul 2019
This programme provides Registered Nurses with the opportunity to extend their clinical knowledge and skills in a specific area of practise. It consists of four modules: two core modules and two practise modules covering a range of advanced speciality practice areas.

Master of Nursing (Level 9)

Two years
Level 9
Fee dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Jul 2019
This programme provides opportunities for role development in advanced nursing practice. It involves theoretical knowledge development as well as clinical and ethical learning experiences, with an aim to build capacity to respond to increasingly diverse populations and complex health environments.

Master of Nursing Science (Pre-registration)

Two years
Level 9
$7149 per year
Hamilton City Campus - block courses & online
Jul 2019
This programme allows 'graduate entry' students a direct and expedient route to a nursing career. On successful completion graduates will be awarded a Master of Nursing Science (Pre-registration) and be eligible to apply to the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) to sit the State Final Examination and gain registration in the registered nurse scope of practice.

Master of Professional Practice

18 months
Level 9
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Jul 2019
This programme will assist practitioners in gaining advanced knowledge and skills to effectively manage the demands of rapidly changing, and increasingly complex health and social care practice environments.

Midwifery programmes

Midwives are the go-to for women during pregnancy, labour, birth and for several weeks after. They provide support and advice during one of the biggest milestones in a woman’s life. Read more about Midwifery here.

Te Ara Pūtake: My Academic Pathway

One semester
Level 4
$3266 per semester
Hamilton City Campus, Sport health strand - Rotokauri Campus (semester 2)
Jul 2019
This programme is for those who want to begin study, but need to build confidence or brush up on skills. Students will choose from five pathways that align with their career goals, including: Health, Social Practice, Media Arts, Early Childhood, and the Open pathway for general subjects and skills. Students will gain essential academic knowledge, capabilities, and skills needed to succeed at higher levels of study.

Bachelor of Midwifery

Three years
Level 7
$9532 per year
Gisborne, Hamilton City Campus, +4
Feb 2020
This programme is for those who want to learn to confidently nurture and care for women through pregnancy, childbirth, and up to the first six weeks following birth. Students will gain a wide range of knowledge and skills to work autonomously, be responsible for the wellbeing of women and babies, and support families safely and appropriately. On completion of the programme students will be required to sit the National Midwifery Examination to become a registered midwife.

Postgraduate Certificate in Health and Social Practice

Six months
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Start date dependent on modules selected
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision

One year
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Feb 2020
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Social Practice

One year
Level 8
Fee dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Jul 2019
This programme is designed to extend and deepen an individual’s professional practice and apply an advanced body of knowledge in a range of fields of health and social practice which include, but is not limited to: physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Master of Professional Practice

18 months
Level 9
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Jul 2019
This programme will assist practitioners in gaining advanced knowledge and skills to effectively manage the demands of rapidly changing, and increasingly complex health and social care practice environments.

Social work programmes

Social workers support, empower and advocate for individuals, families, whānau, and communities. Wintec provides both the qualifications and practical skills needed to work successfully as a social worker in New Zealand. Read more about Social Work here.

Te Ara Pūtake: My Academic Pathway

One semester
Level 4
$3266 per semester
Hamilton City Campus, Sport health strand - Rotokauri Campus (semester 2)
Jul 2019
This programme is for those who want to begin study, but need to build confidence or brush up on skills. Students will choose from five pathways that align with their career goals, including: Health, Social Practice, Media Arts, Early Childhood, and the Open pathway for general subjects and skills. Students will gain essential academic knowledge, capabilities, and skills needed to succeed at higher levels of study.

New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4)

One year
Level 4
$2500 per year
Hamilton City Campus, Online delivery, +1
Aug 2019
This programme gives students the strong foundation of knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to work alongside individuals, families and whānau accessing social and community services. Note: This qualification is not associated with professional registration or a clinical scope of practice.

Bachelor of Social Work

Four years
Level 7
$6531 per year
Online with block courses in Hamilton
Feb 2020
This programme is for those who want to support, empower and advocate for individuals, families, whānau, and communities; and assist people in their community. Students will gain the skills to provide advice, advocacy and support to individuals or groups to empower and help them realise their full potential, and be able to function independently.

Postgraduate Certificate in Health and Social Practice

Six months
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Start date dependent on modules selected
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision

One year
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Feb 2020
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Social Practice

One year
Level 8
Fee dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Jul 2019
This programme is designed to extend and deepen an individual’s professional practice and apply an advanced body of knowledge in a range of fields of health and social practice which include, but is not limited to: physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Master of Professional Practice

18 months
Level 9
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Jul 2019
This programme will assist practitioners in gaining advanced knowledge and skills to effectively manage the demands of rapidly changing, and increasingly complex health and social care practice environments.

Counselling programmes

Wintec provides students with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience to work as registered counsellors in New Zealand. Study combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on learning in real healthcare environments. Students will have the chance to care for their own patients and learn about the industry through putting classroom learning into practice. Find out more about Counselling here.

Te Ara Pūtake: My Academic Pathway

One semester
Level 4
$3266 per semester
Hamilton City Campus, Sport health strand - Rotokauri Campus (semester 2)
Jul 2019
This programme is for those who want to begin study, but need to build confidence or brush up on skills. Students will choose from five pathways that align with their career goals, including: Health, Social Practice, Media Arts, Early Childhood, and the Open pathway for general subjects and skills. Students will gain essential academic knowledge, capabilities, and skills needed to succeed at higher levels of study.

New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4)

One year
Level 4
$2500 per year
Hamilton City Campus, Online delivery, +1
Aug 2019
This programme gives students the strong foundation of knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to work alongside individuals, families and whānau accessing social and community services. Note: This qualification is not associated with professional registration or a clinical scope of practice.

Paetahi Tumu Kōrero Bachelor of Counselling

Three years
Level 7
$7149 per year
Online with block courses in Hamilton
Feb 2020
This programme is designed to meet the professional membership requirements of New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC), Te Whāriki Tautoko, NZ Christian Counsellors Association and the Drug and Alcohol Practitioners Association Aotearoa New Zealand (dapaanz).

Postgraduate Certificate in Health and Social Practice

Six months
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Start date dependent on modules selected
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision

One year
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Feb 2020
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Social Practice

One year
Level 8
Fee dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Jul 2019
This programme is designed to extend and deepen an individual’s professional practice and apply an advanced body of knowledge in a range of fields of health and social practice which include, but is not limited to: physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Master of Professional Practice

18 months
Level 9
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Jul 2019
This programme will assist practitioners in gaining advanced knowledge and skills to effectively manage the demands of rapidly changing, and increasingly complex health and social care practice environments.

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapists help restore movement, function  and quality of life to people of all ages affected by injury, disability or health conditions. Students studying physiotherapy at Wintec will get the skills, knowledge and qualifications to work as a physiotherapist in New Zealand. Check out our programmes! Find out more about Physiotherapy here.

Te Ara Pūtake: My Academic Pathway

One semester
Level 4
$3266 per semester
Hamilton City Campus, Sport health strand - Rotokauri Campus (semester 2)
Jul 2019
This programme is for those who want to begin study, but need to build confidence or brush up on skills. Students will choose from five pathways that align with their career goals, including: Health, Social Practice, Media Arts, Early Childhood, and the Open pathway for general subjects and skills. Students will gain essential academic knowledge, capabilities, and skills needed to succeed at higher levels of study.

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

Four years
Level 7
$7149 per year
Hamilton City Campus
Feb 2020
Physiotherapists help restore movement, function and quality of life to people of all ages affected by injury, disability or health conditions. This programme has been designed for those who are engaged with their community and have a commitment and interest in Māori and/or Pacific health. Students will gain the skills, knowledge and qualifications to practice as a physiotherapist in Aotearoa.

Introduction to Supervision (Level 7)

12 weeks
Level 7
$797
Hamilton City Campus
On-campus workshop dates: 26 July, 2, 9 August, 13 September 2019
The Introduction to Supervision (in Health and Social Practice) programme explores the nature of supervision, the core processes within supervision and the professional and organisational context of supervision. It will prepare students to be able to establish a supervisory relationship. Students will develop the skills and knowledge to apply a model of supervision which structures the stages of a supervision session.

Postgraduate Certificate in Health and Social Practice

Six months
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Start date dependent on modules selected
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision

One year
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Feb 2020
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Social Practice

One year
Level 8
Fee dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Jul 2019
This programme is designed to extend and deepen an individual’s professional practice and apply an advanced body of knowledge in a range of fields of health and social practice which include, but is not limited to: physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Master of Professional Practice

18 months
Level 9
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Jul 2019
This programme will assist practitioners in gaining advanced knowledge and skills to effectively manage the demands of rapidly changing, and increasingly complex health and social care practice environments.

Occupational therapy

Studying occupational therapy at Wintec, students will gain combine theoretical knowledge and get hands-on learning in real healthcare environments. Students will have the chance to care for their own patients and learn about the industry through putting classroom learning into practice. Read more about Occupational Therapy here.

Te Ara Pūtake: My Academic Pathway

One semester
Level 4
$3266 per semester
Hamilton City Campus, Sport health strand - Rotokauri Campus (semester 2)
Jul 2019
This programme is for those who want to begin study, but need to build confidence or brush up on skills. Students will choose from five pathways that align with their career goals, including: Health, Social Practice, Media Arts, Early Childhood, and the Open pathway for general subjects and skills. Students will gain essential academic knowledge, capabilities, and skills needed to succeed at higher levels of study.

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Three years
Level 7
$7411 per year
Hamilton City Campus
Jul 2019
Students in this programme will learn to assess and treat people who, because of illness, injury or circumstance, are limited in their ability to undertake daily activities.

Postgraduate Certificate in Health and Social Practice

Six months
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Start date dependent on modules selected
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision

One year
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Feb 2020
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Social Practice

One year
Level 8
Fee dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Jul 2019
This programme is designed to extend and deepen an individual’s professional practice and apply an advanced body of knowledge in a range of fields of health and social practice which include, but is not limited to: physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Master of Professional Practice

18 months
Level 9
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Jul 2019
This programme will assist practitioners in gaining advanced knowledge and skills to effectively manage the demands of rapidly changing, and increasingly complex health and social care practice environments.

Graduate and postgraduate programmes

Wintec offers a range of postgraduate opportunities for health professionals wishing to specialise, upskill, or take on leadership roles.

To discuss your pathway options within the programme and what modules would best complement your area of work, please feel free to contact the postgraduate team at pghsp@wintec.ac.nz.

Postgraduate Certificate in Health and Social Practice

Six months
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Start date dependent on modules selected
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision

One year
Level 8
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Feb 2020
This programme is designed to extend and deepen professional knowledge and skills in the fields of health and social practice which include: occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Social Practice

One year
Level 8
Fee dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Jul 2019
This programme is designed to extend and deepen an individual’s professional practice and apply an advanced body of knowledge in a range of fields of health and social practice which include, but is not limited to: physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling and human services.

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing

Two years
Level 8
Fee dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus, Tauranga
Jul 2019
This programme provides Registered Nurses with the opportunity to extend their clinical knowledge and skills in a specific area of practise. It consists of four modules: two core modules and two practise modules covering a range of advanced speciality practice areas.

Master of Nursing (Level 9)

Two years
Level 9
Fee dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Jul 2019
This programme provides opportunities for role development in advanced nursing practice. It involves theoretical knowledge development as well as clinical and ethical learning experiences, with an aim to build capacity to respond to increasingly diverse populations and complex health environments.

Master of Nursing Science (Pre-registration)

Two years
Level 9
$7149 per year
Hamilton City Campus - block courses & online
Jul 2019
This programme allows 'graduate entry' students a direct and expedient route to a nursing career. On successful completion graduates will be awarded a Master of Nursing Science (Pre-registration) and be eligible to apply to the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) to sit the State Final Examination and gain registration in the registered nurse scope of practice.

Master of Professional Practice

18 months
Level 9
Fees dependent on modules selected
Hamilton City Campus
Jul 2019
This programme will assist practitioners in gaining advanced knowledge and skills to effectively manage the demands of rapidly changing, and increasingly complex health and social care practice environments.

Professional programmes / short courses

Science Online

12 weeks
Online delivery
Runs every two to three months
This programme is suitable for students who hold University Entrance but do not have 14 level 3 science credits and want to study nursing or midwifery. This programme is also ideal for those who want to boost their science confidence before they start.

Diabetes Care and Management

12 weeks
Level 7
$894
Hamilton City Campus
Aug 2019
The Diabetes Care and Management programme is designed to provide registered health professionals with the knowledge and skills required to provide regular care to people at risk of or with diabetes.

Introduction to Supervision (Level 7)

12 weeks
Level 7
$797
Hamilton City Campus
On-campus workshop dates: 26 July, 2, 9 August, 13 September 2019
The Introduction to Supervision (in Health and Social Practice) programme explores the nature of supervision, the core processes within supervision and the professional and organisational context of supervision. It will prepare students to be able to establish a supervisory relationship. Students will develop the skills and knowledge to apply a model of supervision which structures the stages of a supervision session.

Womens Health Care - Cervical Smear Takers (Level 7)

One academic year, includes four full workshop days - 8.30am - 5.00pm
Level 7
$1006
Hamilton City Campus
Course one workshop dates : 13 & 14 February and 12 & 13 March 2020
This course is designed to give health professionals up-to-date knowledge and skills in order to develop confidence to become Cervical Screeners, conforming to the National Standards for competency. It is expected that students will make a commitment to uphold the policy and protocols of National Cervical Screening Programme and the Register.

Introduction to Massage I

Hamilton Rotokauri Campus
Massage is one of the oldest therapeutic practices, dating back at least 5000 years. If you’d like to be trained in the essentials of this ancient craft, this is the place to start.

Introduction to Massage II

Hamilton Rotokauri Campus
Think sports or recreational massage could be for you? If you’ve completed Massage I or similar approved course, this is your next course to begin building your career.

Mental Health First Aid

Hamilton City Campus
Whilst most people know something about common first aid, there is a lack of knowledge around how to support someone who is affected by mental health. This workshop teaches how to assist someone who is experiencing mental health distress, developing a mental illness, or is in a mental health crisis.

Midwifery Emergency Refresher

Waterford Birth Centre
It is an annual recertification requirement of the Midwifery Council that all practicing midwives must keep up with the latest knowledge, developments and theories when it comes to birthing emergency procedures.

Preceptorship of Nurses in Practice

Hamilton City Campus, Waikato Hospital Campus
Registered nurses who undertake this course will develop new skills in providing clinical practice instructions to, and evaluation of, students and newcomers to the nursing workplace, strengthening their broad portfolio of nursing skills, as well as boosting their thinking about nursing.

Facilities

Students will have classes and lectures, and will also gain practical experience in learning environments such as a simulated ward with computerised patient models that assume real health issues. Wintec values diversity and inclusion, so facilities are designed to encourage interprofessional learning between health and social practice, with opportunities for interaction between staff and students.

Placements

Students spend time in work placements for credit towards their qualifications. The amount of time they spend on placement in relation to class time varies according to what qualification they're studying and the year they’re in; first year students will spend approximately a quarter of the year doing work placement compared to third year students who will spend most of their time on placement.

Placement Portal

Midwifery student on placement talking to patient with baby

Pathways

Health and social practice pathway diagram

About the faculty

In the Centre for Health and Social Practice we provide practical interprofessional education that prepares students for a future in the health and social practice industry.

If you have a passion for people, nursing, social work and counselling, physiotherapy, occupational therapy or midwifery are all challenging but rewarding choices. Our courses and programmes are a great way to start your career, supported by experienced and registered academic staff.

Read more about the Centre.

Course guide

Our course guides (prospectuses) will tell you everything you need to know about Wintec. They contain information about the Wintec campus, student life and the programmes we offer.

We offer the course guides (prospectuses) in both digital and physical form.

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Undergraduate course guide (prospectus)

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Postgraduate health & social practice course guide (prospectus)

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Postgraduate Nursing course guide (prospectus)

Undergraduate course guide (prospectus)

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Postgraduate health course guide (prospectus)

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Postgraduate Nursing course guide (prospectus)

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