Course overview
Diploma in Community Healthcare and Support (Level 7) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in nursing & allied health at New Zealand Skills and Education College in Auckland, New Zealand. It takes 32 weeks plus 7 weeks study break (120 credits), with intakes in March, June, October at New Lynn; June, October at Hamilton (2026 start dates listed).
New Zealand Skills and Education College is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | New Zealand Skills and Education College (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Course | Diploma in Community Healthcare and Support (Level 7) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Nursing & Allied Health |
| Duration | 32 weeks plus 7 weeks study break (120 credits) |
| Tuition per year | NZ$18,900 (≈ ₹10.2 lakh) |
| Intakes | March, June, October at New Lynn; June, October at Hamilton (2026 start dates listed) |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or NZCEL (Academic) Level 4 |
Interested in Diploma in Community Healthcare and Support (Level 7)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is NZ$18,900 a year, about ₹10.2 lakh.
International fee shown on the programme page for this one-year diploma; the fee year is not stated. Material and administration fees of NZ$2,000 are listed separately.
Living costs for New Zealand as a whole: NZ$20,000–27,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Job roles
- Adult nurse
- Mental health nurse
- Children's nurse
- Midwife
- Health visitor
- Learning disability nurse
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
NHS
Bupa
HCA Healthcare
Mediclinic
HCA Healthcare UK
Fresenius
Aster DM Healthcare
Asklepios
Cleveland Clinic
Nuffield Health
Eligibility
General entry requirements at New Zealand Skills and Education College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Diplomas at Level 5 ask for NCEA Level 2-type school results or a recognised Level 3 qualification; send your Class 12 marks for assessment.
- The Bachelor of Business Information Management needs University Entrance or an overseas qualification assessed as equivalent.
- The Diploma in Community Healthcare and Support asks international applicants for a Level 5 health diploma plus one year's work, or a Level 6 diploma or above.
- All international students must hold a valid student visa.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or NZCEL (Academic) Level 4.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (master's, postgraduate) | 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0 |
| PTE Academic (master's, postgraduate) | 58 overall |
| IELTS Academic (Level 7 diplomas) | 6.0 overall, no band below 5.5 |
| IELTS (teaching graduate diplomas) | 7.0 in every band |
| NZCEL | Level 4 or Level 5 depending on the programme |
Intakes
This course starts in: March, June, October at New Lynn; June, October at Hamilton (2026 start dates listed).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in New ZealandHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for New Zealand, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- English test result
- CV and employer references where work experience is used
- Portfolio or statement of intent if the programme asks for one
- NZSE international application form (Tech and ECE, or Health)
Scholarships
International Academic Excellence Scholarship
UG
Value: Three years' tuition fees for the Bachelor of Business Information Management, paid into fees
Student visa holders entering the Bachelor of Business Information Management with a high school GPA of 7 or higher, IELTS 6.5 or equivalent and clear career goals
Official page
About New Zealand Skills and Education College
New Zealand Skills and Education College (NZSE) is a private college with campuses in Auckland CBD, New Lynn, Manukau and Hamilton. It offers more than 30 career-focused programmes, from foundation certificates to Level 7 bachelor's and graduate diplomas, Level 8 postgraduate certificates and diplomas, and Level 9 master's degrees in data analytics and business intelligence. It says it has served learners for over two decades.
NZSE takes international students on a student visa, with separate application forms for technology and early childhood programmes and for health programmes. Indian students mainly look at its IT, data, healthcare and teaching programmes. Each programme page shows an international fee, but most pages do not say whether it is per year or for the whole programme, so we list only programmes that last one academic year.
Similar courses
Nursing & Allied Health courses at other universities in New Zealand
- Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing)Auckland University of Technology (AUT)3 years · NZ$44,960 / year
- Bachelor of NursingEastern Institute of Technology (EIT)3 years (full time) · NZ$30,000 / year
- Bachelor of Nursing (Level 7)Manukau Institute of Technology3 years (360 credits, full time) · NZ$31,556 / year
- Bachelor of NursingMassey University3 years · NZ$43,570 / year
- Bachelor of NursingNelson Marlborough Institute of Technology3 years · NZ$31,554 / year
- NZ Diploma in Remedial Massage (Level 6)New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine36 weeks full-time (120 credits) · NZ$19,400 / year
More courses at New Zealand Skills and Education College
- Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare with specialisations in Mental Health, Community Health, and Addiction (Level 8)1 academic year (120 credits) · NZ$26,000 / year
- Diploma in Applied Network and Cloud Technology (Level 7)38 weeks including holidays (120 credits) · NZ$20,000 / year
- Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Primary) (Level 7)40 weeks including breaks (120 credits) · NZ$35,500 / year
- Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary) (Level 7)40 weeks including breaks (120 credits) · NZ$35,500 / year
- NZ Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 5)32 weeks plus 2 weeks study break (120 credits) · NZ$18,900 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Diploma in Community Healthcare and Support (Level 7) at New Zealand Skills and Education College?
The tuition for international students is NZ$18,900 a year (about ₹10.2 lakh). International fee shown on the programme page for this one-year diploma; the fee year is not stated. Material and administration fees of NZ$2,000 are listed separately. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Diploma in Community Healthcare and Support (Level 7)?
The course takes 32 weeks plus 7 weeks study break (120 credits).
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or NZCEL (Academic) Level 4. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: March, June, October at New Lynn; June, October at Hamilton (2026 start dates listed). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
