Allied Health
A course by
Wintec
A one-day taster course for high school students to explore studies and careers in the health and social practice sectors, including nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, counseling, and social work.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
The Hub, Hamilton City Campus, Hamilton

Students will understand opportunities in various health and social practice fields.

Students participate in hands-on skill sessions in selected health disciplines.

Receive guidance on useful secondary school subjects for applying to health programmes.
The Health Taster introduces students (Year 11 and above) to Wintec’s health and social practice fields. Participants learn about the study areas of nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, counseling, and social work. Students attend talks about each discipline and can experience two in-depth by engaging in discussions and practical skills labs. The programme also provides guidance on secondary school subject choices relevant for application to these pathways, as well as insight into student life at Wintec.
What you need to know first
Year 11 or above student status
Booking required through school careers advisor

Health and Social Practice
Healthcare
Nursing
Therapy
Social Work

Awareness of potential careers in nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, counseling, social work
Allied Health
A course by
Wintec
A one-day taster course for high school students to explore studies and careers in the health and social practice sectors, including nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, counseling, and social work.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
The Hub, Hamilton City Campus, Hamilton

Students will understand opportunities in various health and social practice fields.

Students participate in hands-on skill sessions in selected health disciplines.

Receive guidance on useful secondary school subjects for applying to health programmes.
The Health Taster introduces students (Year 11 and above) to Wintec’s health and social practice fields. Participants learn about the study areas of nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, counseling, and social work. Students attend talks about each discipline and can experience two in-depth by engaging in discussions and practical skills labs. The programme also provides guidance on secondary school subject choices relevant for application to these pathways, as well as insight into student life at Wintec.
What you need to know first
Year 11 or above student status
Booking required through school careers advisor

Health and Social Practice
Healthcare
Nursing
Therapy
Social Work

Awareness of potential careers in nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, counseling, social work