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NZ Diploma in Whānau Ora, Level 5

Duration

Credits

Level

Unit Standard

Fees

Duration

44 weeks

Credits

120

Level

5

Unit Standards

16

Fees

$5,995.00

1.Overview

Strengthening whānau and community wellbeing through mātauranga Māori.

Grounded in the Mataora model of hauora practice, this qualification is open to anyone passionate about strengthening wellbeing for whānau and communities – whether you already work in social services, health, education, or community roles, or want to deepen your understanding of mātauranga Māori approaches. You'll leave with practical skills, cultural insight, and the confidence to support whānau-centred wellbeing in ways that are meaningful and transformative.

2.Project Outcomes

What you'll be able to do

1

1 Whanaungatanga

Apply communication and relationship strategies that advance whanaungatanga.

2

2 Service delivery

Deliver whānau-centred services that reflect te pono me te tika and pukengatanga.

3

3 Whānau ora planning

Implement and evaluate a whānau ora plan as an expression of kaitiakitanga and manaakitanga.

4

4 Reflective practice

Critically reflect on your own performance and that of others, as an expression of whakamana and rangatiratanga.

4.Entry & Fees

Credit Transfer

We'll assess your prior NZQA achievements to see if you're eligible for credit transfer. If you believe you've met competency outside NZQA unit standards, speak with WaiTech's Registrar to check your eligibility.

Entry requirements

NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Fees

$5,995.00

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  2. A kaiako or member of our admin team calls or emails you.
  3. We talk through entry requirements, fees, and the next intake date.

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