Apprenticeship in Mental Health and Addiction Support (Level 4)
Health Studies
A course by
Careerforce
A supported apprenticeship programme for experienced staff working in mental health and addiction support services, leading to the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4) with a Mental Health and Addiction Support strand. Apprentices develop skills to work alongside people, family, and whānau to foster hope, autonomy, and resilience.
NZ$2,250
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Culturally responsive communication
Engage and communicate with people, their family and whānau in a manner which respects socio-cultural identity, experiences, and self-knowledge.
Relationship development and support
Develop relationships and support improved outcomes for people with mental health and addiction issues.
About This Course
This apprenticeship enables participants to develop and demonstrate advanced person-centred skills for mental health and addiction support, emphasising the importance of supporting autonomy, fostering hope, and building resilience in individuals and their whānau. Apprentices learn through on-job vocational training, supported by online resources and one-on-one advisor coaching. The philosophy is to build a workforce with critical thinking, cultural competence, and leadership in supporting complex health and social situations. Learners are stretched to develop reflective practice, self-care, and explore special-interest areas in-depth.
Course Content
- Engaging and communicating with people, their family and whānau accessing mental health and addiction services
- Supporting autonomy and recovery
- Supporting people with mental health and addiction issues to achieve positive outcomes
- Understanding and applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi in support roles
- Understanding kawa and tikanga and Māori approaches to care
- Applying psychological first aid
- Leadership, professionalism, and reflective practice
- Knowledge of mental health, addiction, and co-existing conditions
- Advocacy planning
- Contributing to workplace safety and quality
Entry Requirements
Must be employed in a mental health and addiction support service
Build towards these roles
Mental Health Support WorkerAddiction Support WorkerPeer Support WorkerPsychiatric AssistantResidential Support WorkerCaregiverNavigatorCommunity Support WorkerAddiction Programme FacilitatorDay Programme Facilitator
