Apprenticeship in Primary Care Practice Assistance
Allied Health
A course by
Careerforce
An apprenticeship programme leading to the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4) Primary Care Practice Assistance, developing skills to provide clinical and administrative support within primary care practices.
NZ$2,250
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Respectful Engagement
Engage and communicate with people, family and whānau accessing social and community services in ways that respect their socio-cultural identity and self-knowledge.
Understanding of Māori Culture
Demonstrate knowledge of kawa and tikanga, and relate the unique role of Māori as tangata whenua in primary care contexts.
About This Course
The Apprenticeship in Primary Care Practice Assistance prepares trainees to effectively contribute to the day-to-day operation of New Zealand primary care practices. Apprentices learn both clinical and administrative skills under the direction of health professionals, developing knowledge in engaging with people, understanding NZ healthcare aims, and supporting quality systems. The programme is supported by dedicated advisors and integrates theory with current workplace roles to enhance capability and reflective practice. Assessment occurs in real work settings.
Course Content
- Engaging and communicating with patients, family and whānau
- Applying kawa and tikanga, recognising the place of Māori as tangata whenua
- Promoting professionalism, safety and quality in primary care
- Understanding New Zealand’s health and wellbeing aims and their implications
- Supporting people and healthcare teams in primary care settings
- Primary care administration and quality system processes
- Acquire in-depth knowledge of specific conditions, impairments, or situations
- Performing routine clinical tasks under delegated direction
Entry Requirements
Currently employed in a primary care practice or related setting
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