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Are short term healthcare sector courses of 6 to 12 months available in New Zealand for a Diploma?

25 Jun 2026 · Answered by Thaiba Nazreen · 1 min read
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Yes, New Zealand offers several short-term healthcare courses ranging from 6 to 12 months.

Options include:
- Medical Terminology Certificate (7 months, online) - AUT: Focuses on medical terms for health sector roles.
- Introduction to Healthcare (40 hours, online) - Kalandra Education: Covers basic care skills and communication.
- NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 2, 12 weeks, blended) - NZTC: Prepares you for healthcare assistant roles with practical and theoretical learning.
- NZ Diploma in Healthcare Management (12 months) - ATMC: Develops skills for healthcare management roles.
- NZ Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways - Healthcare (12 months) - Unitec: Prepares for further study in nursing and related fields.

Course availability, entry requirements, and deadlines are subject to change. If you need help choosing the right program, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.

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