Diploma in Health & Wellbeing (Applied Practice – Youth Work) (Level 5)
Health Studies
A course by
AGI
Elevate your expertise in youth health and wellbeing through AGI's Level 5 Diploma. This applied qualification prepares advanced support workers to provide effective care for youth with complex needs, integrating theoretical learning, bicultural practice, and workplace practicum.
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NZQA Level 5 Certification (120 Credits)
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Core skills this course teaches
Integrate theory and knowledge
Integrate theory and knowledge of health and wellbeing to identify the aspirations of people from diverse contexts.
Apply evidence-based practice
Critically select and apply a range of evidence-based practices to support people to meet their health and wellbeing aspirations.
About This Course
The Diploma in Health & Wellbeing (Applied Practice – Youth Work) (Level 5) is designed for those working closely with youth in the health and wellbeing sector. This programme equips graduates with operational, theoretical and practical skills to support people and whānau with complex needs. Learners complete a blend of classroom, online, and work-based study—including 200 hours of practicum. The curriculum incorporates evidence-based practice, socio-cultural and political factors affecting youth, and Te Ao Māori, tangata whenua aspirations, with emphasis on supporting youth from diverse backgrounds. Graduates are prepared for employment in a range of health and wellbeing contexts or for further study.
Course Content
- Supporting health and wellbeing practice through theories, models and approaches
- Health and wellbeing support competencies
- Application of evidence-based practice
- Socio-cultural, economic and political factors within the New Zealand health and wellbeing environment within the youth sector
- Te Ao Māori, supporting health and wellbeing aspirations of tangata whenua
- Responding to youth from diverse contexts
- Critical evaluation and improvement of own youth development support practice
- 200 hours of workplace practicum
Entry Requirements
Be aged 18 years or older
Build towards these roles
Consumer advocacyDisability practiceEmployment supportNavigation/Navigator rolesSocial servicesIwi servicesMental health supportYouth work (NGOs, justice/corrections, social services, residential and community settings)
