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Qualification Title Graduate Diploma in Health Science and Technology (Renal Physiologist)
Qualification Type Graduate Diploma
Level 7
Credits 120
Subject Area
  • Health » Other Health » Health not elsewhere classified
Strategic Purpose Statement
-The aim of the qualification is to provide students with the opportunity to engage in meaningful professional development at graduate level. For registered health professionals this will enable them to remain up to date with new technology and developments in the field and/or meet relevant competency requirements.
Graduate profile
-Graduates will be able to Plan and prioritise work independently and collaboratively within the interdisciplinary team to achieve personal and professional goals in a timely manner Provide effective culturally diverse, patient centred care that respects the values of individuals and groups and support and uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and commitment to achievement of equitable health outcomes for Maori Demonstrate understanding of the factors contributing to and resulting in health disparities and apply strategies and initiatives to improve health outcomes Practice within scope of practice, workplace policies and legislation, demonstrating personal and professional integrity and ethical behaviour Critically evaluate scientific knowledge and concepts and evidence-based information to analyse and solve problems within the specialist area and apply to practice Apply critical, conceptual and reflective decision making to practice Provide effective health education to promote self management and wellness

By meeting the competencies of New Zealand Board of Dialysis Practice (NZBDP) the graduates on successful completion of Graduate Diploma in Health Science and Technology (Renal Physiologist) will provide competent and safe clinical dialysis care and advanced technical management.
On completion of the programme, graduates are eligible to apply to the New Zealand Clinical Physiologist Registration Board for registration as a Clinical physiologist - renal.
Education pathways
-Graduates can progress to postgraduate study in relevant fields.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry requirements: Hold a relevant Bachelor's degree OR Have a relevant professional qualification or experience approved by the Director of Practice or their representative, to demonstrate ability to study at level 7 AND Have completed a minimum of 30 credits study at level 5 in Human Bioscience and Anatomy and Physiology or equivalent. AND Have English competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. here Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.5 (with no score below 6.5) or equivalent. AND * Provide a completed medical declaration and/or evidence of a current health certificate from a registered health practitioner, indicating ability to practice safely and to be physically capable of meeting the practical aspects of the programme. * Each applicant will be required to declare all criminal convictions and pending convictions, and submit a New Zealand Police Consent to Disclosure of Information form with their application. This will be sent to the Police Licensing and Vetting Service if the applicant is accepted into the programme and is returned in confidence to the Director of Nursing. Information on the New Zealand Vetting Service is available from www.police.govt.nz/service/vetting/guidelines.html VCA checking * Provide two testimonials and/or character references attesting to candidate's suitability for working in Health Care * Provide a confidential report from the institution where a candidate is applying to transfer from another institution. AND Prior to final acceptance and enrolment students must provide: * Relevant evidence of health screening to meet various Health Authority/Institutional requirements is required in order to complete enrolment
Developed By Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 3834
Status Discontinued
Created April 2018
Last Reviewed May 2018

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