New Zealand Diploma in Health and Wellbeing Level 5 (Diversional and Recreational Therapy)

The NZQA-approved Diploma in Diversional and Recreational Therapy (Level 5) is a one-year, work-integrated programme designed for those seeking career growth in diversional and recreational therapy. Graduates gain practical skills in therapeutic and recreational care planning to support clients in achieving better health and wellbeing outcomes.
The programme runs for 52 weeks (including 4 holiday weeks), with 1,200 total learning hours and a 400-hour clinical placement.

Part-time healthcare work (visa permitting) may count toward placement hours.

 

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS 

Here is the breakdown of the requirements. We hope this would help you make an informed decision.

Qualification : Diploma in Health and Wellbeing

Intake: 2026: 26 January, 2 March, 20 April, 1 June

programme Duration: 1 year in New Zealand

Tuition :$19,200NZD

English requirement: IELTS, TOFEL (IBT), PTE Academic, OET, NZCEL, LanguageCert, Trinity ISE

Study and work:Study & work for 20hrs/week

Visa type: Student Visa

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