POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN
HEALTH SCIENCE 2015
For NZ citizens/permanent residents
Postgraduate Certificate in
Health Science
Outline
The Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science offers a selection of
courses designed to meet the needs of health practitioners, health
sector managers and other professionals whose practice has a focus
on health. The Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science may
be completed with or without a specialty option. For Registered
Nurses with a current New Zealand annual practicing certificate,
application can be made with the Nursing Council of New Zealand
for an endorsement in practice.
FLEXIBLE ONLINE AND
BLENDED LEARNING
OPTIONS
MAY BE STUDIED
THROUGHOUT
NEW ZEALAND
Level 8
Six months full-time
XXDiabetes Management
A postgraduate certificate is
comprised of “60 credits”, which
is considered to be equivalent
to six months full-time study.
The Postgraduate Certificate
in Health Science may be
completed full-time over six
months or part-time over one
to two years and is offered via
blended/online delivery.
XXElder Health
Full-time and part-time
XXHealth Promotion
February and July (depending
Specialty endorsement options available are:
XXChild & Family Health
XXCognitive Behaviour Therapy
XXCritical Care Nursing
XXHuman Lactation & Breastfeeding
upon the courses selected)
XXHealth Services Management
$1,603.50 (indicative per
XXMental Health
XXPrimary Health Care
XXProfessional Supervision
The Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science is characterised by
advanced study in a specific health science discipline, requiring
a foundation of undergraduate knowledge and skills achieved
through previous tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional
experience.
The Postgraduate Certificate shall be awarded at the successful
completion of 60 credits at level 8 (NZQA).
Graduates of the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science will
have developed their knowledge and skills of critical analysis,
constructive synthesis and their application to high quality
approaches to health care delivery.
In this application pack you will find information about the
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science programme, descriptions
for each of the courses offered, and the fees and costs associated
with this programme.
We highly recommend that you take the opportunity to discuss
study options with the Programme Co-ordinator to help ensure that
you select the most appropriate pathway for your goals.
Enrol now
0800 22 55 348
www.eit.ac.nz
30 credit course)
This provides a guide only based
on 2014 fee information. All
costs quoted include GST.
Fees apply to NZ Citizens
and New Zealand Permanent
Residents only.
Please see overleaf for additional
costs
Programme Secretary:
Stacey Wong
Phone: 06 974 8000
ext 5407
Email: [email protected]
Develop your skills in
critical analysis, clinical
and/or health service
knowledge and practice.
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN HEALTH
SCIENCE
Programme dates
SEMESTER ONE
Monday, 16 February 2015
Friday, 26 June 2015
SEMESTER TWO
Monday, 20 July 2015
Friday, 27 November 2015
Additional Costs
XX$300 - $500 approximately per course for textbooks – booklists will
be distributed after enrolment
XXUpon successful completion of your academic study, the academic
attire required for the Graduation ceremony can be hired at the
student’s expense.
Partnerships
The Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science is offered in association
with The Tertiary Accord of New Zealand (TANZ). TANZ is a collaborative
alliance of seven institutes of technology. The TANZ post-graduate health
professions partnership includes the Schools of Nursing from the following
tertiary education institutions: Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT),
Universal College of Learning (UCOL), Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of
Technology (CPIT), and Otago Polytechnic (OP).
On enrolment students who live nearer one of the TANZ partner institutes
(UCOL, CPIT, OP), rather than EIT, may choose to access/receive academic
support from the other participating TANZ partner.
Entry Requirements
The normal requirement for entry is an undergraduate degree in a
health science with a B pass or better.
Study Pathways
Pending successful completion of the required academic entry
requirements, graduates of the Postgraduate Certificate in Health
Science may progress to the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science, or
Master of Health Science. Registered Nurse graduates may progress to
the Master of Nursing.
Job Opportunities
Advanced professional practice within the specified discipline area:
XXHealth Service Management
Where the candidate’s undergraduate degree does not provide the
basis of study at the level required for more advanced study, enrolment
in transitional or undergraduate courses may be required before the
candidate shall be admitted.
Where an applicant does not hold an undergraduate degree in health
science:
XXThe applicant shall provide evidence of having completed a relevant
professional qualification, and
XXProvide evidence of successful completion of a relevant qualification
or programme of study which is equivalent to those of first degree
graduates, through the submission of a portfolio of evidence.
A personal interview may be part of the application process.
XXHealth Promotion
English language entry requirement:
XXPrimary Health Care
An IELTS score of at least 6.5, with no sub-test score lower than 6.0.
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Entry with Credit:
Class Times
Applicants may be admitted with credit transfer or recognition of
prior learning. The Postgraduate Programme Cluster Committee have
discretion in the granting of academic credit.
Generally the courses are delivered asynchronously via online delivery.
However, some courses may require attendance at face-to-face
workshops or synchronous online sessions.
Academic credit may be awarded as specified credit where there is a
substantial match between previous learning and the course for which
academic credit is sought; or unspecified credit where the learning is
broadly relevant to, and at an equivalent level to, the course for which
academic credit is sought.
Credit granted shall not be for course(s) completed as part of an
undergraduate degree, nor shall credit be granted that exceeds one-half
of the total programme credits.
A RPL/Entry with Credit application pack is available on enrolment. It
is recommended that applications for RPL/Entry with credit are made
as part of your initial application. This will assist in our academic
advisement to you regarding your programme of study and course
section. However, your entry with credit cannot be processed until you
are enrolled.
Individual Study Hours
Each credit for the course generally represents 10 hours of student
learning/study time over the period of the course.
Each course consists of blended and online learning opportunities and in
some cases clinical fieldwork, and on campus workshops. Students are
expected to spend subsequent time in independent/self-directed study,
critical reflection, and field work in their place of study or place of work.
Please note that for all nursing endorsed courses, students must have a
current annual practicing certificate as a Registered Nurse with the New
Zealand Nursing Council.
Practicum, Work Experience
Stacey Wong, Postgraduate Programmes Secretary (06) 974 8000 ext
5407.
This is dependent on the course that you enrol in. Some clinically
focused courses will require prior clinical experience and/or
employment in your chosen specialty area in order to facilitate practice
experience required by the course concerned.
Special Conditions
Total no of Credits
Some courses will require students to be actively working in the
specialty area of practice.
XX60 credits and level 8 (NZQA).
For further information please contact:
Campus/Location
Generally the courses are delivered asynchronously via online delivery.
However, some courses may require attendance at synchronous online
sessions or face-to-face workshops at the EIT campus. Any requirement
for attendance at synchronous or face to face sessions is identified in
the course information. International students will be based at the EIT
campus.
Academic Staff
Education is facilitated by lecturers with advanced academic
qualifications, and expertise within their discipline areas. EIT values its
partnership with students, and aims to provide quality education in a
supportive environment, encouraging personal growth and professional
development.
Student Finance
Facilities
STUDYLINK
All the usual facilities for tertiary learning institutions are offered both
on campus and online.
StudyLink is a service of the Ministry of Social Development. It
administers Student Allowances and Student Loans as well as other
forms of financial assistance for students.
Assessments
The StudyLink website provides tools, calculators and information to
help students who are thinking about study to plan their finances and
only borrow what they need.
Assessments may include assignments, seminar presentations,
journaling exercises, video-taped exercises, exams and practical
demonstration of skills.
Use StudyLink’s ‘What You Can Get’ eligibility test to find out what you
may be eligible for.
STUDYLINK ON 0800 88 99 00 OR ONLINE AT
WWW.STUDYLINK.GOVT.NZ
DISTRICT HEALTH BOARDS
Administer Health Workforce New Zealand (HWNZ) funds for
postgraduate nursing study for nurses working in the DHB-provider arm
and many other regional health agencies. Contact your local District
Health Board funding advisor for further information.
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Programme Information
The Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science offers a selection of
online and blended online courses designed to meet the needs of health
practitioners, health sector managers and other professionals whose
practice has a focus on health. It is comprised of “60 credits”, which is
considered to be equivalent to six months full-time study and may be
completed full-time over six months or part-time over one to two years.
INTERDISCIPLINARY PROGRAMME OPTIONS:
Courses
required
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science (with
endorsement)
MN8.410 Advancing Specialty Practice is a required
course for all endorsements unless otherwise stated
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Child & Family Health)
Graduates of the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science may be
able to credit these courses to the Postgraduate Diploma in Health
Science or the Master of Health Science (pending successfully achieving
the specified academic entry criteria). In addition, Registered Nurse
graduates of the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science may choose
to progress into the Master of Nursing programme (pending successfully
achieving the specified academic entry criteria).
MHS8.425
MN8.410
Child and Family Health in Interdisciplinary Practice
Advancing Specialty Practice
*Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Cognitive Behaviour Therapy)
MN8.414
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Diabetes Management)
The Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science is an interdisciplinary
programme, and as it also includes courses specific to nursing practice,
it is approved by the Nursing Council of New Zealand as an advanced
nursing practice programme.
MHS8.428
Interdisciplinary Diabetes Management
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science (Elder
Health)
The Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science may be completed with
or without a specialty endorsement option. The following chart outlines
the range of Postgraduate Certificate options.
MHS8.426
Health and an Aging Population
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Health Promotion)
MHS8.432
Health Promotion,
Not all courses are offered each year; please refer to the programme
timetable for full year and semester dates.
and choose one of either:
MHS8.425
Child & Family Health in Interdisciplinary Practice, or
MHS8.426
Health and an Aging Population, or
MHS8.427
Interdisciplinary Approaches to Mental Health, or
MHS8.429
Interdisciplinary Primary Health Care, or
MHS8.431
Nutrition for Special Populations, or
MHS8.433
Exercise Prescription for Special Populations, or
MHS8.434
Health and Public Policy, or
MN8.407
Human Lactation, Breastfeeding and Infant Nutrition,
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Health Services Management)
MN8.408
Health Services Management
and choose one of either:
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MN8.405
Ethical Concepts and Legal Issues for Advanced
Practice, or
MN8.423
Operational Management for Health Services, or
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice, or
MHS8.434
Health and Public Policy
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Mental Health)
MHS8.427
Interdisciplinary Approaches to Mental Health
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Primary Health Care)
MHS8.429
Interdisciplinary Primary Health Care
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Professional Supervision)
MN8.416
Clinical Supervision in the Health Professions
MN8.419
Advanced Supervision Practice
NURSING / MIDWIFERY PROGRAMME OPTIONS:
Courses
required
Choose any
two courses
from the
list below
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science (with
endorsement)
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Diabetes Management)
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science (no
specialty endorsement)
MN8.400
Special Topic: Clinical Practicum
[special conditions apply]
MN8.401
Advanced Clinical Assessment and Diagnostic
Reasoning
MN8.402
Advanced Pathophysiology for Health Professionals
MN8.405
Ethical Concepts and Legal Issues for Advanced
Practice
MN8.406
Advanced Practice to Support Child and Family Health
MN8.407
Human Lactation, Breastfeeding & Infant Nutrition
MN8.408
Health Services Management
MN8.409
Pharmacotherapeutics for Advanced Nursing /
Midwifery Practice
and choose one of either:
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice
Advancing Specialty Practice, or
MN8.411
Advanced Practice for Elder Health
Special Topic Clinical Practicum
MN8.412
Advanced Practice in Critical Care Nursing
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science (Elder
Health)
MN8.413
Psychiatric / Mental Health Nursing
MN8.416
Clinical Supervision in the Health Professions
MN8.411
Advanced Practice to Support Elder Health
MN8.417
Advanced Diabetes Nursing
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Health Services Management)
MN8.418
Advanced Primary Health Care
MN8.419
**Advanced Supervision Practice
MN8.423
Operational Management for Health Services
Health Services Management
MHS8.424
**Integrated Disease Management
and choose one of either:
MHS8.425
Child and Family Health in Interdisciplinary Practice
Ethical Concepts and Legal Issues for Advanced
Practice, or
MHS8.426
Health and an Aging Population
MNS8.427
Interdisciplinary Approaches to Mental Health
MN8.423
Operational Management for Health Services, or
MHS8.428
Interdisciplinary Diabetes Management
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice, or
MHS8.429
Interdisciplinary Primary Health Care
MH8.434
Health and Public Policy
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Human Lactation and Breastfeeding)
MHS8.431
Nutrition for Special Populations
MHS8.432
Health Promotion
MHS8.433
Exercise Prescription for Special Populations
MHS8.434
Health and Public Policy
MHS8.435
Maori Health
MN8.417
Advanced Diabetes Nursing
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Child and Family Health)
MN8.406
Advanced Practice to Support Child & Family Health
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Critical Care Nursing)
Three options: Intensive Care Nursing, Coronary Care
Nursing, Emergency Nursing
MN8.412
MN8.410
MN8.400
MN8.408
MN8.405
Advanced Practice in Critical Care Nursing
MN8.407
Human Lactation, Breastfeeding & Infant Nutrition
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Mental Health)
MN8.413
Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nursing
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
(Primary Health Care)
MN8.418
Advanced Primary Health Care
MN8.410
Advancing Specialty Practice
** Note: For MN8.419, MN8.416 is a required prerequisite course
For MHS8.424, MN8.402 is a required prerequisite course
NB: Programmes may be completed over one or two years unless
otherwise indicated.
* Programmes indicated with an asterisk must be completed over one
year.
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Course Descriptions
NB: Courses are offered subject to sufficient numbers enrolling.
Not all courses are offered each year, please refer to the programme timetable for full year and semester dates.
Key:
NNursing
I-DInterdisciplinary
N/M
Nursing and Midwifery
COURSE NO.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
NO. OF
CREDITS
Special Topic: Clinical Practicum (N)
MN8.400
The purpose of this course is to provide the students with the opportunity to develop advanced professional
practice knowledge and skills within the clinical environment of their specific specialty area of practice. This course
specifically focuses on specialist skills and knowledge of clinical processes, assessment, treatment modalities and
evaluation of the care provided to their particular client group.
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NB: This is not a regularly scheduled course, but maybe run as a partnership opportunity with health care
organisations. However, students may apply for RPL/cross credit, as appropriate.
Advanced Clinical Assessment and Diagnostic Reasoning (N)
This course begins with an overview of comprehensive health assessment and diagnostic reasoning within the
context of current trends in expanding and advanced practice.
MN8.401
Blended/online
delivery
Students will critically appraise their own understanding of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology required
to develop advanced skills in interviewing, physical examination and diagnostic reasoning to identify knowledge
deficits and learning needs.
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Skills, approaches and strategies for health assessment and diagnostic reasoning will be further enhanced.
Students will be required to engage in significant independent learning and fieldwork. Students will undertake
a range of activities to demonstrate advanced clinical assessment skills, critical thinking, and the application of
diagnostic reasoning strategies.
Advanced Pathophysiology for Health Professionals (I-D)
MN8.402
Online delivery
MN8.405
Online delivery
This course builds upon undergraduate study and the knowledge embedded in practice. The course will explore
complex adult and child disease processes in order to support advanced diagnostic reasoning and therapeutic
interventions for these client groups. This course assumes knowledge of normal physiological function and directs
the student towards a progressive and more critical understanding of altered, complex health states.
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Ethical Concepts and Legal Issues for Advanced Practice (I-D)
This course advances knowledge and understanding of ethical and legal principles associated with health care.
Students explore questions and reflect on issues concerning the equity and appropriateness of health care services.
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Advanced Practice to Support Child and Family Health (N/M)
MN8.406
Blended/online
delivery
Health care technologies and approaches to care are dynamic. Many of these changes affect both the person/
individual and the family as a whole. Arising from this starting point, this course draws on knowledge of the child/
tamariki, youth/rangatahi and families/whänau. The child/youth within the family as the centre of health care
will be examined and explored from a wide range of perspectives and disciplines.
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Human Lactation, Breastfeeding and Infant Nutrition (I-D)
MN8.407
Online delivery
This course develops theoretical and practical knowledge of breastfeeding, human lactation and infant nutrition
to an expert level. Practitioners are assisted to explore the context of breastfeeding, human lactation and infant
nutrition in relation to historical and socio-cultural perspectives, anatomy and physiology, mother – baby dyad and
other contemporary issues.
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Practitioners completing this course would be capable of providing lactation education and environments that
support breastfeeding, and infant nutritional support.
Health Services Management (I-D)
This course is intended for those working in health service management and those considering the possibility of a
MN8.408
Online delivery
management role. It is anticipated that students participating in this course are able to apply their knowledge and
skills to their chosen area of practice.
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Students will be encouraged to identify and reflect upon the legal and regulatory requirements for health service
management as well as the quality management ramifications arising from these.
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COURSE NO.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
NO. OF
CREDITS
Pharmacotherapeutics for Advanced Nursing / Midwifery Practice (N/M)
MN8.409
Online delivery
This course aims to allow the student to develop a conceptual understanding of pharmacology and therapeutics by
building a foundation of knowledge of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics. This knowledge will underpin
critical analysis of the impact of life stages and disease states on drug therapy and will be complemented by an
understanding of drug safety issues.
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Advancing Specialty Practice (I-D)
MN8.410
Online delivery
MN8.411
Online delivery
This course provides opportunities for participants to critically appraise and reflect upon individual and
organisational health-related service provision, and to develop strategies for enhancing practice within a
specialised area.
Advanced Practice to Support Elder Health (N/M)
This course recognises the diversity of the age group and the complex relationship between determinants of
health, health status and well being. With the steady increase in the number of older people, and particularly frail
elders, it is vital that advanced practitioners are able to assess, plan and deliver appropriate and evidence-based
services for this age group.
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The course examines the scope of independent/collaborative practice in relation to health promotion,
maintenance and restoration of health, preventative care, rehabilitation and/or palliative care and encourages the
generation of new approaches to the delivery of expert care in different settings.
Advanced Practice in Critical Care Nursing (N)
MN8.412
Online delivery
This level 8 online course provides for specialist practice in critical care. The course explores essential theory
underpinning practice that assists the registered nurse working in a critical care environment, to develop
advanced practice knowledge and skills. Students will explore and critically analyse all aspects of the critical
care environment that impact on patient care and professional practice. This includes clinical governance,
multidisciplinary team collaboration and the legal and ethical issues related to the provision of care in a
bioscience/technical situation.
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Psychiatric / Mental Health Nursing (N)
MN8.413
Blended/online
delivery
This course provides for specialist practice in mental health nursing. It is designed to extend and develop the
clinicians’ knowledge and skills necessary to work towards an advanced level of practice within the mental health
field. The course builds on a foundation of clinical experience, theoretical understanding, research and evidencebased practice. It aims to prepare nurse specialists to advance their professional practice through therapeutic
relationships, multidisciplinary cooperation and team work.
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Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (I-D)
MN/PG8.414
Blended/online
delivery
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is a practice-based course designed to enable a broad range of health and
social service professionals to develop specialist advanced skills in CBT. The integrated use of theory, practice, and
professional supervision from a clinical perspective will enable learners to critique and deliver therapeutic services
for inpatient, outpatient, or community settings within the New Zealand context.
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Special Note:
The student must work in a professional setting within a field that permits access to individuals, as clients, for
whom cognitive behaviour therapy interventions may be appropriate. Students’ work with these individuals must
be professionally supervised at a level that is consistent with the requirements of their setting. Supervision must
also provide guidance and feedback as to the use of appropriate CBT concepts and methodology.
Clinical Supervision in the Health Professions (I-D)
MN8.416
Blended/online
delivery
Professional supervision is a formalised reflective practice. It provides for the sharing of experiences, particularly
to surface conflicts, tensions and ethical issues in professional practice. It is an important process that supports
the development and maintenance of high quality practice, both for health and social service professionals and for
clients. This course assists the practitioner to develop knowledge and skills for professional supervision. It is also
relevant for those participating in, or who want to understand the supervision process.
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Course Descriptions (Continued)
COURSE NO.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
NO. OF
CREDITS
Advanced Diabetes Nursing (N)
This course develops advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of diabetes mellitus within a primary care
framework to an expert level.
MN8.417
Online delivery
Practitioners are assisted to explore the context of diabetes mellitus in relation to the impact of this disease on an
international as well as an individual perspective. Contemporary issues in relation to pathophysiology, diagnosis,
facilitating clients to reach target goals, and holistic strategies to improve outcomes and prevent co-morbidities
will be discussed.
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Practitioners completing this course would be capable of providing diabetic education and environments that
support the patient/whanau with diabetes as well as primary prevention for the community.
Advanced Primary Health Care (N/M)
MN8.418
Online delivery
MN8.419
Blended/online
delivery
This course assists the registered nurse working in primary health, or who is particularly interested in primary
health, to develop advanced practice knowledge and skills in primary health care. Students will reflect on, and
critically analyse the theoretical basis of primary health nursing, with a strong focus on rural health. It is expected
that nurses who complete this course will have developed necessary understandings and skills to influence health
outcomes locally.
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**Advanced Supervision Practice (I-D)
This course builds on the knowledge and practice skills developed in Clinical Supervision in the Health Professions.
Using current theories, models and approaches to supervision this course provides an opportunity for critical
reflection on, and enhancement of, practice.
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Operational Management for Health Services (I-D)
MN8.423
Online delivery
This course is intended for those already working in health service management as well as those considering
the possibility of an operational management role. The course provides an overview of current operational
management practices that are relevant to Health Services. Students participating in this course will have the
opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in a critical way to their chosen area of practice.
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The course consists of several key areas in operational management. It provides the opportunity for the health
professional to critically discuss and appraise operational management in health services. This course requires
the health professional to reflect upon, evaluate and record their personal journey of development in operational
health management practices and processes.
Child and Family Health in Interdisciplinary Practice (I-D)
MHS8.425
Online delivery
Health care technologies and approaches to care are dynamic. Many of these changes affect both the person/
individual and the family as a whole. Arising from this starting point, this course draws on knowledge of the child/
tamariki, youth/rangatahi and families/whänau. The child/youth within the family as the centre of health care
will be examined and explored from a wide range of perspectives and disciplines.
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Health and an Aging Population (I-D)
This course recognises the diversity of the age group and the complex relationship between determinants of
health, health status and well-being. With the steady increase in the number of older people in the population, it
MHS8.426
Online delivery
has been recognised that this cohort requires additional support and services to enable appropriate assessment,
planning and delivery of care with an emphasis on aging “in place”.
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The course examines the scope of independent/collaborative practice in relation to health promotion,
maintenance and restoration of health, preventative care, rehabilitation and/or palliative care and encourages the
generation of new approaches to the delivery of expert care in different settings.
Interdisciplinary Approaches to Mental Health (I-D)
MHS8.427
Blended/online
delivery
This course will investigate theoretical viewpoints and practical interventions in the field of mental health and the
roles of interdisciplinary professionals when working with individuals or groups with mental health issues. Critical
examination of aetiological factors, current practices and evaluation of research will provide insight towards
planning interventions and reviewing current initiatives.
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Course Descriptions (Continued)
COURSE NO.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
NO. OF
CREDITS
Interdisciplinary Diabetes Management (I-D)
This course develops theoretical and practical knowledge of diabetes mellitus within an interdisciplinary and
primary health care framework.
MHS8.428
Online delivery
Students are assisted to explore the context of diabetes mellitus in relation to the impact of this disease on an
international as well as an individual perspective. Contemporary issues in relation to pathophysiology, diagnosis,
facilitating clients to reach target goals, and holistic strategies to improve outcomes and prevent comorbidities will
be discussed.
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Students completing this course would be capable of providing diabetes education and therapeutic environments
that support the person/family and community associated with diabetes.
Interdisciplinary Primary Health Care (I-D)
MHS8.429
Online delivery
This course provides the student with the skills that support a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach in a
wellness model. Students will reflect on, and critically analyse the theoretical basis of primary health care, with a
strong focus on rural health.
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Nutrition for Special Populations (I-D)
MHS8.431
Online delivery
This course will investigate nutritional requirements for special populations and the roles of inter disciplinary
professionals when working with individuals or groups. Critical examination of lifestyle factors, nutritional
practices and evaluation of current research will provide insight towards planning interventions and reviewing
current initiatives.
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Health Promotion (I-D)
MHS8.432
Online delivery
This course enables the student to develop and extend knowledge and skills in health promotion policy,
planning, practice and inter-organisational work with partners. Students will critically examine the theoretical,
environmental, economic, and social issues in health promotion policy and practice within New Zealand and in an
international context. A specific focus will be on addressing health disparities via health promotion.
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The course will move through topics related to healthy public policy; social and environmental change; health
promotion assessment, development and evaluation; and medical approaches to health promotion such as social
marketing and selective primary health care.
Exercise Prescription for Special Populations (I-D)
MHS8.433
Blended/online
delivery
This course aims to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge of exercise testing and prescription
for people within special populations, e.g. those with cardiovascular, respiratory, metabolic, neuro/muscular
conditions; or other special populations such as athletes, elderly, pre- or post natal. Topics cover the aetiology and
physiology of a range of conditions from an interdisciplinary perspective, the effects of exercise on the condition,
and recommendations for exercise testing and programming.
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Health and Public Policy (I-D)
MHS8.434
Online delivery
This course provides students with the opportunity to explore the relationships between public policy and health.
The course addresses several key aspects of public policy; models and frameworks, policy processes, and the role of
Government. It provides the opportunity for students to critically discuss and appraise drivers for health policy and
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undertake a critical analysis of health policies.
Students participating in this course will be able to apply their knowledge and skills in a critical way to their area of
practice.
Mäori Health (I-D)
MHS8.435
Mode of
delivery TBA
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This course enables the student to develop and extend knowledge and understandings of issues in Mäori health
from a community development and/or Mäori health development perspective. An overview of Mäori health
will be explored, together with models for describing and analysing health. Students will critically review health
strategies, programmes and interventions to reduce health inequalities among Mäori with particular focus on
research, ethical and policy issues related to Mäori health.
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Ashleigh
Neave
Bachelor of Recreation and
Sport graduate
Postgraduate Certificate
in Health Science student
“I chose EIT because it was
local and gave me flexible
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POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN
HEALTH SCIENCE 2015
For NZ citizens/permanent residents
STEP ONE
STEP TWO
STEP THREE
XXComplete an enrolment
and other forms
enclosed in your
application pack,
including your course
selection. If required,
also include evidence
XXYou will receive an
acceptance letter, or if
there are any queries,
we will contact you.
XXOnce your
enrolment is
complete, finalised
and entered onto the
EIT database, you will
receive an invoice from
EIT Registry. If you have
of entry criteria and
supporting documents.
XXProvide acceptable proof
of identification: an
original Birth Certificate,
Passport or Certificate of
Citizenship.
XXOrganise payment
of your fees. Contact
StudyLink for more
information if you are
planning to pay by
Student Loan.
XXIf your married name is
different from what is on
your identification, then
a Marriage Certificate
will also be required.
been granted funding,
the invoice may be
sent to an alternative
address if you have
requested this on your
enrolment.
STEP FOUR
XXYou will receive a
welcome letter from
your course coordinator
close to the course start
date, informing you
about commencing your
studies.
HOW
TO
ENROL
It’s easy!
Once you have made
the decision on which
programme you want to
study and are ready to
enrol, follow the steps.
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offered and regulations are current, the Institute reserves the right to change content or method of delivery, to withdraw any programme or course of study, or to impose limitations on enrolment, should
circumstances require this. Some programmes/courses mentioned in EIT publications are offered subject to final approval and accreditation or to sufficient enrolments being received. For the latest
information visit our website.
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