CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT

UPCOMING 2025 COURSE DATES

The Certificate of Achievement in Introducing Health Promotion is jointly offered by Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) and the Health Promotion Forum. It introduces students to the principles, concepts and practice of health promotion. This course will enable you to understand the role and importance of health promotion and the broader concept of health within a community and national setting.

About the course (See below for the link to view and download the info guide)

This interactive course relates theory to students’ own experiences, knowledge and skills.

It is a fun part-time course, with two four-day blocks.

This short course contributes to an introductory knowledge of health competency by using – Nga Kaiakatanga Hauora mo Aotearoa Health Promotion Competencies for Aotearoa New Zealand.

 Course content includes:

• What is health promotion?
• Determinants of health
• Application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi to health promotion
• Ottawa Charter
• Overview of key health promotion strategies and skills
• Values and ethics
• Learning and study skills
• Participation in team presentations and a written assignment

Learning outcomes

As a result of attending this workshop, participants will:

• Demonstrate the skills necessary for effective learning and beginning health promotion practice
• Define health promotion and discuss the values and ethics that underpin health promotion practice
• Identify and explain the significance of key documents relevant to health promotion practice in Aotearoa New Zealand
• Provide examples of a range of key health promotion strategies and tools

Entry Requirements

Students in paid employment will be required to present written endorsement from their employer to attend the course.

All ESOL students must have written and oral English with a minimum of IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent)

Method of Study:

Part time with two four-day blocks.

Qualification:

Successful graduates will receive the MIT Certificate of Achievement in Introducing Health Promotion:

Level 4 10 MIT credits

Duration:

Two weeks preparation, two weeks on-course and eight weeks self-directed learning totaling 100 hours

Enrolling

You will need to complete the Health Promotion Forum – HPF online registration form and an application form and provide verified ID then submit this three weeks prior to commencement of the course. A Manukau Institute of Technology – MIT registration and enrolment form will be given to you to fill out on day one of the course, which will complete the enrolment process.

Further Information

Please contact:

Health Promotion Forum

Emma Frost

T: (09) 300 3734

E: emma@hauora.co.nz 

MIT:

Danielle Moeau

T: 09 975 4658

E: danielle.moeau@manukau.ac.nz

View and download: 

CoA Intro to Health Promotion L4 - Info Guide 

APPLICATION FORM 

We have a limited number of scholarships to offer members of HPF!

To apply for a Scholarship contact us by email at emma@hauora.co.nz or phone 09 300 3071.

Criteria conditions apply.

• Have fun while gaining a deeper understanding of health promotion
• First time studying since you left school? No worries! We are set up to support all learners and will work with you to ensure your success
• Meet like-minded colleagues from other areas
• Gain greater confidence in your work
• Use your knowledge to secure greater engagement from your clients and colleagues

FEEDBACK FROM STUDENTS' COURSE EVALUATIONS FROM INTAKE TWO & INTAKE THREE, 2024:

• This course has provided me with all the necessary information I needed to know about Health Promotion and what I am expected to do within my role. Lots of valuable lessons and understandings.
• I’ve been privileged to have done some Te Tiriti training, this just cemented some of my knowledge.
• The Ottawa Charter was new to me but so far inspiring. I liked looking and listening into the action strands.
• … where I have picked up new information is in the actual understanding of Health Promotion, and how it differs from Health Education. I’m keen to delve into that deeper.