Stay Well to Stay Strong Microcredential (Level 3)
Public Health
A course by
UCOL
Prepare to function as a health literacy coach in the community, raising awareness and reducing the risks of type 2 diabetes through this Level 3 microcredential at UCOL.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
UCOL Manawatū, Palmerston North
It will take a total of 20 weeks
This course requires 7 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Act as a health literacy coach
Be able to serve as a health literacy coach in the area of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.
Engage respectfully with communities
Work respectfully with community members to identify and reduce diabetes risks.
Identify diabetes risk factors
Identify the factors that positively and negatively affect diabetes risk within New Zealand Aotearoa communities.
What You're Signing Up For
The Stay Well to Stay Strong Microcredential (Level 3) is designed for those passionate about improving the wellness of their community. This 20-week programme teaches students to raise awareness about the risk of type 2 diabetes, work with community members to identify and reduce diabetes risks, and serve as a health literacy coach. The course develops skills relevant for further study in community, health, and wellbeing areas.
Course Content
- Factors affecting diabetes risk in New Zealand communities
- Progression and complications of diabetes
- Performing and understanding diabetes consultations
- Community engagement on prediabetes and type 2 diabetes
- Health literacy coaching skills
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 1 (including Literacy 10 credits and Numeracy 10 credits at Level 1) OR equivalent academic achievement OR at the discretion of the Executive Dean.
Declare any previous criminal convictions before admission (decision at Academic Leader's discretion).
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Community Health
Health Promotion
Public Health
Future employment opportunities might be
Health literacy coach
Community health promoter
Support roles in health and wellbeing initiatives