Bachelor
Study the Case Management major in the Bachelor of Health Science degree and gain the skills for non-clinical case management roles, working with clinicians, clients and families to develop and oversee a plan of care.
You learn to carry out core management processes including assessments, planning, implementation, co-ordination and evaluation. You also learn to advocate for policies and environments that support quality rehabilitation.
Year 1Semester 1 coursesYou develop an in-depth understanding of general healthcare, learning alongside other health science students.
Plus one elective course. Elective courses need to be approved by your programme leader
Year 2You deepen your understanding of case management, and become familiar with research methods for the health sector.
Courses you studyPlus four electives which allows you to take an additional minor
Year 3Courses you studyPlus one elective course. Elective courses need to be approved by your programme leader.
Workplace experienceFinal year students have the option to do the Health Practice Cooperative course, 150 hours of workplace experience in organisations where you can put into practice the skills you have learnt. Recent student placements have been at Lifewise NZ, South Seas Healthcare and AUT Integrated Health.
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