Nursing Career Preparation (Level 4)
Start your healthcare journey with confidence—online, flexible, and fully supported.
Ready to make a real difference? Whether you're fresh out of school or ready for a career change, this course lays the foundation for a future in nursing or healthcare. Gain the academic skills, cultural understanding, and real-world insight you need to take the next step—with full support and flexibility to study at your pace.
What You'll Learn
Build confidence in key areas like academic writing, research, communication, and cultural safety—everything you need to succeed in future nursing or health study.
100% Online & Flexible
Learn anywhere, anytime. Fit study around your lifestyle with support from tutors who care.
Where This Leads
Graduates are ready for:
NZ Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5)
NZ Bachelor of Nursing (Level 7)
Other healthcare pathways
Why Choose Us
We’re Aotearoa’s only dedicated healthcare academy—connected by care and committed to your success.
View Entry Requirements, Course Costs, and Intake Dates here.
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Course Start Dates
Academic Criteria:
Have completed one of the following:
Relevant health related Level 3 qualification, or
Achieved NCEA level 2 or equivalent or
Successfully applied for Special Admission (if over 20 years old)
International student additionally:
Achieved IELTS level 5.5 (average) with no band lower than 5.0 (or equivalent) if English is an applicant's second language. (Please note it is highly recommended that students find out the specific IELTS requirements of their preferred degree pathway.)
Admissions Processes:
Where a domestic student does not appear fluent in English (i.e., able to speak or understand easily in English, without a lot of pauses), they will be required to complete the LN entry evaluation to confirm language comprehension.
Equipment:
All ākonga are required to have access to a computer or laptop, a microphone, and a reliable internet connection for learning. Mobile phones are not suitable for completing coursework.
FEES FREE STUDY
To find out if you are eligible for Fees Free study please visit the government Fees Free Website.
STUDENT LOANS
If you meet certain conditions you can get a student loan and allowances. Find out if you meet the conditions by calling StudyLink on Freephone 0800 88 99 00 or visit www.studylink.govt.nz
COURSE COSTS
Tuition fees: $4,018.00
Student Services Levy: $88.00
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