U-Skills STAR Human Body & Health Taster

This Taster is your first step in the right direction to progress to working within the health and wellbeing industry. Equipped with new skills and a taste for the industry, you will know what you need to do to pursue a career in this area.

If you are interested in participating in this STAR Taster, please talk to your Careers Advisor at school.

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This programme comprises 6 credits:

Unit Standard 27457 (Level 3) (Version 4) (6 Credits)

Describe the anatomy and physiology of systems and associated organs of the human body.

For year 11 - 13 secondary school learners (NZ Citizens, permanent residents or learners with an applicable visa allowing them to be enrolled in a secondary school).

Applications are to be received from participating schools.

This STAR Taster is the first step in exploring this career pathway which can lead to further tertiary studies in:

• New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing

• Bachelor of Nursing

• New Zealand Certificate in Exercise

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Wellness)
  

Career Pathway:

• Health Industry
  

To find out more about possible job prospects and salaries in the health and wellbeing industry see tahatu.govt.nz

This STAR Taster is offered by UCOL to secondary learners seeking to explore their career options while still in school.

If you are interested in participating in this STAR Taster, please talk to your Careers Advisor at school.

Costs

Fees-free for learners. Upon successful application your school will pay UCOL a fee.

There are no additional costs associated with this course. Simply, bring a pen, paper and your lunch each week.