Certificate in Health Sciences (Pre Entry) Level 3

The programme provides students with the skills and knowledge required for employment or further training in the health sciences sector.  It is an ideal starting point for students wishing to study nursing, midwifery or therapeutic and sports massage.

Please note: This programme made up of local units (listed below), rather than unit standards. Local units are written by SIT. They are not available from the NZQA framework however the overall course is NZQA accredited.  Students will receive an SIT qualification/transcript with a list of local units, levels and credits.

For learners who first enrolled in the programme prior to 2013, the programme contains the following papers:

HSC101 - Normal human structure and function in a health context (Level 4) 5 credits

In this paper you will learn about the structure and function of ten major body systems.

HSC102 - Abnormal human structure and function in a health context (Level 4) 5 credits

In this paper you will learn about abnormal structure and function of the human system, complementary philosophies, and a range of health care interventions.

PEH103 - Human biology (Level 3) 6 credits

This unit is similar to HSC101, however includes other areas of the human body.

PEH104 - Scientific notations and units (Level 3) 3 credits

In this paper you will learn about system International (SI) units of measurement and derived units used in a laboratory, calculations of quantities and the use of formulas to solve scientific problems.

PEH105 - Safe laboratory practices (Level 4) 3 credits

Health and Safety Employment Act as it relates to a laboratory, extensive knowledge of a variety of chemical hazards, and safety requirements in a laboratory.

PEH106 - Health care ethics (Level 3) 5 credits

Consumer rights and ethical behaviour in a health care context. 

PEH107 - Health care teamwork skills (Level 3) 3 credits

Professional relationships between health care practitioners within and between mainstream and complementary healthcare profession as well as group processed within a health care context.

PEH108 - Mathematics (Level 3) 11 credits

In this paper you will learn how to do basic calculations, fractions, conversions and answer problem solving questions.

For learners who are enrolling in the programme for the first time in 2013, the programme contains the following papers:

HSC101 - Normal human structure and function in a health context (Level 4) 5 credits

In this paper your will learn about the structure and function of ten major body systems.

HSC102 - Abnormal human structure and function in a health context (Level 4) 5 credits

In this paper you will learn about the abnormal structure and function of the human system, complementary philosophies, and a range of health care interventions.

PEH103 - Human biology (Level 3) 6 credits

This unit is similar to HSC101, however includes other areas of the human body.

PEH104 - Scientific notations and units (Level 3) 3 credits

In this paper you will learn about system International (SI) units of measurement and derived units used in a laboratory, calculations of quantities and the use of formulas to solve scientific problems.

PEH110 Describe ethical behaviour in a health, disability, or community setting  (Level 3) 3 credits

People credited with this local unit are able to describe consumer rights and ethical behaviour in a health, disability, or community setting.

PEH109 Work safely in a science laboratory (Level 3) 2 credits

People credited with this local unit are able to identify and describe hazards in the laboratory and follow laboratory procedures for health and safety practices. 

PEH111 Describe relationships between practitioners, and roles and responsibilities in group processes in a health care context (Level 4) 4 credits

People credited with this local unit are able to describe professional relationships between health care practitioners, and roles and responsibilities in group processes within a health care context.

PEH 112 Number and measurement (Level 3) 7 credits

This paper will provide students with a body of functional mathematic skills.  You will learn how to apply the four basic rules of arithmetic using whole numbers, fractions and decimals and how to apply the metric system of measurement.

PEH113 Demonstrate knowledge of cultural identities and culture-related issues in an aged care, health, or disability context (Level 3) 6 credits

People credited with this local unit are able to describe: Own cultural identity and its influence on own work practices; other cultural identities and their influence on work practices; and policies, procedures, and resources used to assist in responding to culture-related issues, in an ages care, health, or disability context.

Graduates from this programme will have gained an introduction to health studies and developed skills and knowledge for further tertiary study in health related areas.

SUGGESTED STUDY PATH/COMBINATIONS

Full time study:

Completing all 16 units (41 Credits) within the 12 week intake will make you a full time student which is roughly 37hours per week of study. (Please see the Study Load calculator below)

Part time study:

Part time study is available to fit in with busy schedules.  The units you choose to study in each intake must be completed within the 12 week intake. Please use the Study Load calculator below to work out how many hours each paper will take you to complete within the intake.

It is suggested that leaners select alternate intakes to avoid date overlaps i.e. intakes # 1 & #3 or #2 & #4 or #3 & #5.

Sample study plans for learners who enrolled in the programme prior to 2013:

Part time (Light study load) Complete within 2 years

Year 1

• Intake 1         101
• Intake 3         102
• Intake 5         106, 104

Year 2

• Intake 1         105, 107
• Intake 3         103
• Intake 5         108

Part time (Heavy study load) Complete within 1 year

• Intake 1:        101, 102, 104
• Intake 3:        106, 103, 107
• Intake 5:        105 108

Sample study plans for learners who are new to the programme:

Part time (Light study load) Complete within 2 years

Year 1

• Intake 1   101
• Intake 3   102, 111
• Intake 5   110, 104, 109

Year 2

• Intake 1   103
• Intake 3   112
• Intake 5   113

Part time (Heavy study load) Complete within 1 year

• Intake 1:    101, 102, 110, 104
• Intake 3:    111, 103, 109
• Intake 5:    112, 113

CROSS CREDITS/RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)

Students who have previously completed any NZQA unit standards relating to the above papers can apply to have the unit(s) recognised on their record of learning at SIT2LRN.  This is done by filling in a ‘Recognition of Prior Learning’ (RPL) application form and attaching proof of achievement. The RPL application form is available on MySIT or from the Programme Administrator on 0800 748 257 ext. 3320.

If you have completed HSC101 and HSC102 in the Pre-Entry programme, these can be credit transferred to the Intermediate programme.

LITERACY AND NUMERACY ASSESSMENT

The Tertiary Education Commission requires all learners enrolled in programmes at Levels 1-3 to complete literacy and/or numeracy testing.  This is a Level 3 programme therefore you will be required to complete at least one reading or numeracy assessment during the course of your studies.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• As a guideline, one credit equates to approximately 10 hours study within an intake period.  Click HERE to download a Study Load Calculator (spreadsheet).
• All papers selected within a particular intake must be completed within that intake unless a transfer is requested (conditions apply; see FAQs).
• Application forms are filled out on a year by year basis and students are welcome to apply for multiple intakes on the one application form.  Further enrolment is the responsibility of individual students.  There is no automatic enrolment rollover.

Assessments for this programme generally include short answers. There are no exams for this programme.

The Zero Fees Scheme applies to this course, so there are no tuition fees as long as you are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident (residing in NZ), BUT there is a student direct material cost of $6.50 per credit of study undertaken, plus a non-refundable administration fee of $50.00 for each application processed, and the required textbook/s listed below.  You must maintain satisfactory academic progress to retain your Zero Fees Scheme entitlement.

Fees must be paid by the due date shown on the invoice.

All SIT2LRN courses are approved by Studylink.  Any queries regarding Studylink allowances, loans, and terms and conditions should be made directly to Studylink on 0800 88 99 00 or www.studylink.govt.nz.

Please check the textbook list to see if you need a textbook for the unit(s) that you are applying for. The list is available here:

http://www.sit.ac.nz/documents/pdf/textbooklist.pdf

All SIT2LRN courses require you to have a computer and internet access. Students are required to use their SIT webmail only for all SIT2LRN communications. All course materials and information, including assessments and due dates, are located on the online Blackboard system. Once you have been accepted into a programme you will receive a Welcome Kit that includes information that you can use to familiarise yourself with our online Blackboard learning environment. From the intake start date you will have access to the online course materials to work through.

Facilitator Assistance:  During the enrolled intake period, students have email access to Facilitators, who endeavour to respond to emails within 48 hours (week days only).  All students are required, within the first two weeks of an intake, to send an email to their Facilitator confirming their start on the programme of study.  Students who have not emailed their facilitator or embarked upon their course of study by the end of the 2^nd week of an intake, will be Faculty Withdrawn from the programme.  Such withdrawals may impact on future access to SIT Zero Fees Scheme and Student Direct Material Costs are still liable for payment.

We recommend students new to SIT2LRN read through the ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ section of our website at http://www.sit.ac.nz/pages/FAQs for further study and enrolment information.

All applicants should demonstrate a keen interest in health sciences and have academic attributes which demonstrate that applicants have a reasonable likelihood of successful completion of the programme.  A minimum of 18 years of age, with a minimum of three years secondary education is required.  School leavers should have attained a minimum of 12 credits at NCEA level 2 in each of four subjects.

SIT2LRN marks students with a Competent (C) or Not Yet Competent (NYC); no grades are given.

For students to be considered to have satisfactorily completed this programme, and be eligible for the awarding of the qualification Certificate in Health Sciences (Pre Entry) they must have completed all scheduled course work requirements and assessments, successfully completed assessment requirements for all modules/unit standards and or local units, and achieved a total of 41 credits as specified in the programme schedule.