Child Health - Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science

    Child Health - Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science at Auckland University of Technology

    Child Health - Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science at Auckland University of Technology

    The Child Health - Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science at Auckland University of Technology is a Full Time Certificate program offered across its North Campus and South Campus campuses in Auckland, New Zealand. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 6 month(s). Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field.

    About Child Health - Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science

    Want to further your understanding of child health in as little as one semester? Study the AUT Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science in Child Health.

    Choose from a range of child health courses that draw on AUT's teaching and research expertise in the health, education, sport and social policy disciplines. Flexible study options may be available, and you can study at the North Campus and South Campus.

    You may be able to credit 60 points towards a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science, Master of Health Science or Master of Health Practice. It's a great postgraduate study option if you have been out of study for some time, or are unsure if postgraduate study is for you.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Child Health - Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science at Auckland University of Technology

    Entry Requirements

    Minimum entry requirements

    Must have completed the following or equivalent:

    • Bachelor of Health Science; OR
    • Graduate Diploma in Health Science; OR
    • Relevant professional practice or experience in a related health field equivalent to a bachelor’s degree

    International student entry requirements

    Other requirements

    • Provide evidence of current professional practice. Some courses are only open to students with current professional practice registration.
    • May be required to meet Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) and Children's Act 2014 requirements and other relevant legislation

    English language requirements

    • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0

    English language requirements

    English Program Requirements

  • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0
  • Career Opportunities after Completing Child Health - Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science

    The child health postgraduate programmes at AUT are designed for registered nurses and other clinicians who are working with children and young people as part of their clinical practice.

    Depending on your experience and expertise, our programmes can prepare you to advance your career in roles as:

    • Clinical nurse specialists
    • Neonatal nurse practitioner
    • Child and family nurse practitioner
    • Nurse researcher
    • Clinical nurse educator
    • Transplant co-ordinator
    • Charge nurse manager
    • Clinical charge nurse
    • RN prescriber in a variety of speciality areas

    Fee Information

    Child Health - Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science at Auckland University of Technology
    Auckland University of Technology
    Auckland University of Technology
    New Zealand

    New Zealand, Auckland

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