Health Taster
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
Core skills this course teaches
Gain awareness of health and social practice professions
Students will understand opportunities in various health and social practice fields.
Experience practical skills labs
Students participate in hands-on skill sessions in selected health disciplines.
Make informed decisions about future study
Receive guidance on useful secondary school subjects for applying to health programmes.
What You're Signing Up For
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.
Course Content
- Overview of health and social practice sectors
- Talks on midwifery, nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, counseling, social work
- In-depth exploration (choose two areas)
- Practical skills lab sessions
- Discussions on student life
- Secondary school subject advice for health pathways
What you need to know first
Year 11 or above student status
Booking required through school careers advisor
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Health and Social Practice
Healthcare
Nursing
Therapy
Social Work
Future employment opportunities might be
Awareness of potential careers in nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, counseling, social work