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Intermediate Applied Health Sciences (Level 4)

Intermediate Applied Health Sciences (Level 4)

New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) - Intermediate Applied Health Sciences
Do you enjoy helping others? Are you interested in learning more about the human body and how it functions? Are you keen on starting or shifting your career to the health field? If you dream of studying Nursing, Health and Wellness, or Applied Science (Laboratory Technician) at tertiary level, but do not have the necessary entry requirements, the New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Intermediate Applied Health Sciences) (Level 4) may be right for you.

 

New Students - Exciting Update for 2025 Programme: Transitioning to Version 2 New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Nursing and Applied Science Pathways) Level 4 

Be part of our new and improved programme launching in 2025!

Enrol now in the current version to seamlessly transition to the upgraded programme later. 

 

Returning Students - Important Update for 2025 Programme: Transitioning to Version 2  -  New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Nursing and Applied Science Pathways) - Level 4 

Your previous learning in the New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Applied Health Science) Level 4 will be recognised as per the  transition plan to the new version.

Check the Course Content tab for details on the Transition plan.

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Key Details
SIT2LRN Distance Learning
Qualification:
Certificate
Level:
4
Credits:
60
Duration:

Intakes 17 weeks long full-time

Up to two years part-time

Study Modes:
Distance Learning
Dates:

2025 Intake 1: 27 January to 23 May - Applications Close 20 January 2025

2025 Intake 2: 24 February to 20 June - Applications Close 17 February 2025

2025 Intake 3: 09 June to 03 October - Applications Close 02 June 2025

2025 Intake 4: 07 July to 31 October - Applications Close 30 June 2025

2025 Intake 5: 04 August to 28 November - Applications Close 28 July 2025

Fees:

SIT Zero Fees Scheme

 

International Fees

$12500

 

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The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Intermediate Applied Health Sciences) (Level 4) delves deeper into a wide range of subjects that will provide you with the knowledge and academic skills directly relevant to higher study and further training in the applied health science sector.

Students will learn about the human system structure and function, chemistry in the human body, human metabolism, applied measurement and analysis, health promotion in differing cultural settings, as well as applied health sciences careers.
This course provides a base for learners to progress to more advanced studies or employment in applied health sciences.

AHS200 APPLIED MEASUREMENT AND DATA ANALYSIS (5 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to undertake relevant measurements, calculations, and data analyses in an applied health context.

 

AHS201 CHEMISTRY IN THE HUMAN BODY (7 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the knowledge of chemical compounds, reactions and processes important to human function and activities in applied health contexts.

 

AHS202 HUMAN METABOLISM (4 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the knowledge of metabolic processes, including the role of nutrients, absorptive and postabsorptive states, metabolic rates and body heat maintenance relevant to applied health contexts.

 

AHS203 CELLS AND TISSUES OF THE HUMAN BODY (5 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the knowledge of cellular structure and function, and the fundamental tissues of the body relevant to applied health contexts.

 

AHS204 HEALTH PROMOTION IN DIFFERING CULTURAL SETTINGS (15 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the skills and knowledge to promote health initiatives inclusively in a manner that recognises and supports cultural diversity.

 

AHS205 APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCE CAREERS (5 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the knowledge and skills to develop a study/career plan in the applied health sciences field.

 

AHS206  HUMAN CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM (3 Credits )

AIM

This paper provides students with the knowledge to describe basic composition and function of blood; and normal structure and function of the heart and blood vessels.

 

AHS207 HUMAN RESPIRATORY SYSTEM (3 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the knowledge to describe the normal structure and function of the respiratory system and the factors influencing respiratory function..

 

AHS208 HUMAN MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM (2 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the knowledge to describe the normal structure and function of the bones and joints of the human skeleton and the normal structure and function of the human muscular system.

 

AHS209 HUMAN DIGESTIVE SYSTEM (2 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the knowledge to describe the normal structure and function of the human digestive system, including the process of digestion and the absorption and metabolism of the products of digestion.

 

AHS210 HUMAN INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM (1 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the knowledge to describe the normal structure and function of the human integumentary system (skin, hair and nails).

 

AHS211 HUMAN URINARY SYSTEM (2 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the knowledge to describe the normal structure and function of the human urinary system, including the formation, composition, storage and excretion of urine.

 

AHS212 HUMAN REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM (2 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the knowledge to describe the normal structure and function of the human female and male reproductive systems.

 

AHS213 HUMAN SPECIAL SENSES (4 Credits)

AIM

This paper provides students with the knowledge to describe the ear and functional process of hearing and balance; the eye and normal functional process of sight; the nose and the functional process of smell; the tongue and functional process of taste; and the role of nerve receptors in the skin and the functional process of touch.

 

For returning students only - Transition arrangements for the  New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Intermediate Applied Health Science) Level 4 to  New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Nursing and Applied Science Pathways)  Level 4 

The programme is in the process of transitioning into a new programme in 2025 and not all papers from the current SIT2LRN programme can be recognised under the proposed new programme structure. 

 

Please refer to below table.