Certificate in Health and Wellbeing

The Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 5) introduces students to foundational concepts in hauora, human biology, health systems, and cultural competency, providing an interdisciplinary base for further study or entry-level employment in the health sector.

Underpinned by a commitment to equity and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the programme equips students with essential introductory knowledge in holistic health, biomedical sciences, health promotion and kaupapa Māori psychology.

The Certificate in Health and Wellbeing is a great way to gain an introductory qualification in the field of health. It is equivalent to the first year of a Bachelor of Health degree, enabling students to transfer into the Bachelor of Health studying any of the three majors.

English language test	Undergraduate, graduate certificates, and graduate diplomas (all courses except those listed below)
IELTS (Academic)	6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5)
iBT (internet-based) TOEFL	80 with a score of 21 in writing
iBT (home-based) TOEFL	80 with a score of 21 in writing
Duolingo English Test (DET)	105
C2 Proficiency (formally known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE))	169 and no bands below 162
Language Cert International ESOL (LRWS)	B2 Communicator with 33-37 score per skill
NCUK English for Academic Purposes	Minimum C grade average with no lower than D in all components. Some programmes have additional entry requirements. For further details, visit our dedicated NCUK information page.
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)	Level 4 (Academic)
Michigan English Test (formally known as Michigan Language Assessment Battery (MELAB))	Minimum score of 54
Pearson PTE Academic	Overall score of 50 with no Band less than 42
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)	II with distinction in all four components
University of Waikato College	Successful completion of Level 7 with a B grade in the Certificate of Attainment in Academic English (CAAE) programme