Apprenticeship in Peer Support (Level 4)
Social Services
A course by
Careerforce
Gain the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Peer Support) (Level 4) via a supported workplace apprenticeship, equipping you for roles in peer support across health, mental health, and disability sectors.
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NZQA Level 4 Certification (128 Credits)
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Core skills this course teaches
Support people, families and whānau to achieve their goals
Work alongside people to help them set and realise personal recovery and wellness goals.
Recognise and apply peer work practices in Aotearoa
Understand the history, evolution, and practical requirements of peer support roles in New Zealand.
About This Course
This Level 4 apprenticeship develops the skills and knowledge needed for effective peer support work. It targets people with lived experience working in mental health, addiction, disability, or significant health conditions, preparing them to facilitate learning, support others facing challenges, and promote wellbeing, autonomy, and self-determination. Learning is self-directed and delivered through on-job experience, with substantial pastoral and online support. Graduates will demonstrate critical thinking, professional practice, self-care, and cultural understanding, equipping them to make a real impact in their community.
Course Content
- Supporting people, families and whānau with their goals
- Understanding the evolution of peer work and peer work practices in Aotearoa
- Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi as it applies to peer support roles
- Understanding kawa, tikanga, and the unique place of Māori as tangata whenua
- Self-awareness, reflective practice, and self-care in workplace roles
- Personal leadership and professionalism
- Promoting safety and quality in the workplace
- Establishing purposeful relationships with those accessing support
Entry Requirements
Must be currently employed in a peer work or peer support role
Build towards these roles
Peer Support WorkerNavigatorCommunity Support WorkerMental Health Support Worker
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HealthcareDisability SupportSocial ServicesMental Health & Addiction Support
