Health - LEVEL 2

U-Skills STAR Health & Wellbeing Foundation

Discover if a career in the health and wellbeing industry is right for you, while still in secondary school with the UCOL STAR Health & Wellbeing Foundation course.


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Quick Facts

Locations
UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Dates

2026 dates TBC


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Domestic Fees
Fees-free to learners. Fees apply to participating schools.
International Fees
Not applicable

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Overview

This STAR course is designed to expose students to the health and wellbeing sector so they can make a more informed decision for career pathways and further study options within the heath sector. Credits achieved will also contribute to student NCEA qualifications at school.

How to apply
If you're interested in applying for the UCOL STAR Health & Wellbeing Foundation course, talk to your careers advisor at school. Application is arranged in partnership with your parents/caregivers and your school.

Course Hours

Delivered on Thursdays from 9am – 3pm.

Total 80 hours:

  • 50 Lecturer supported hours

  • 30 Independent learning hours

  • (One day per week over 10 weeks)

Course Information

Unit Standard 28518-V3 (Level 2) (5 Credits)


Interact with people to provide support in a health or wellbeing setting. Unit Standard 20826-V6 (Level 2) (3 Credits)

Demonstrate knowledge of infection control requirements in a health or wellbeing setting.


Domestic Entry Requirements

Students must be self-motivated and ready to learn.

International Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Career Opportunities


Successful completion of the UCOL STAR Health & Wellbeing Foundation course is the first step in a journey. Equipped with new skills and a taste for the industry, you will know what you need to do to pursue a career in health and wellbeing. If this is for you, you can undertake further tertiary studies in:


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

  • Aged Care 

  • Disability Support

  • Healthcare

  • Home & Community Support

  • Social Services

  • Nursing


Career Pathway

Advice And Guidance

Learners will need to bring pen and paper to take notes and are required to dress appropriately for the health industry i.e. no hoodies, sandals, dirty footwear, slippers, ripped or stained clothing. Learners are expected to dress and behave to the industry standard.