Social Services
A course by
Careerforce
This micro-credential equips disability support workers with the skills and knowledge to help people with disabilities live a good life in Aotearoa New Zealand, while also reflecting on and improving their own practice.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
It will take a total of 17 weeks

Develop an understanding of Enabling Good Lives initiatives and how they impact future support services in New Zealand.

Comprehend different service philosophies used in wellbeing settings.

Work effectively alongside individuals to help them reach their personal goals and aspirations.
This micro-credential is designed for disability support workers to gain the specific skills and knowledge necessary to support people with disabilities in health or wellbeing settings. It covers understanding Enabling Good Lives initiatives, service philosophies, working alongside people to achieve personal goals, and continual self-reflection on practice. The programme is online and usually employer-led or full service, and may contribute towards the New Zealand Apprenticeship in Disability Support.
What you need to know first
Learners must be currently employed in a relevant disability support sector (enabling them to meet the outcomes).
Reasonable computer literacy (assessments are only offered online).

Disability Support
Health and Wellbeing

Disability support worker
Advancement within disability support agencies
Social Services
A course by
Careerforce
This micro-credential equips disability support workers with the skills and knowledge to help people with disabilities live a good life in Aotearoa New Zealand, while also reflecting on and improving their own practice.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
It will take a total of 17 weeks

Develop an understanding of Enabling Good Lives initiatives and how they impact future support services in New Zealand.

Comprehend different service philosophies used in wellbeing settings.

Work effectively alongside individuals to help them reach their personal goals and aspirations.
This micro-credential is designed for disability support workers to gain the specific skills and knowledge necessary to support people with disabilities in health or wellbeing settings. It covers understanding Enabling Good Lives initiatives, service philosophies, working alongside people to achieve personal goals, and continual self-reflection on practice. The programme is online and usually employer-led or full service, and may contribute towards the New Zealand Apprenticeship in Disability Support.
What you need to know first
Learners must be currently employed in a relevant disability support sector (enabling them to meet the outcomes).
Reasonable computer literacy (assessments are only offered online).

Disability Support
Health and Wellbeing

Disability support worker
Advancement within disability support agencies
Must be working under the Enabling Good Lives (EGL) framework.
Must be working under the Enabling Good Lives (EGL) framework.