Child Health and Development micro-credential
Gain knowledge in child health and development from 0 to 18
This flexible online micro-credential is designed for registered health professionals working with children. This includes physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, and nurses moving into general practice roles.
Built around what you need to know when a child presents to you, the course covers child development, common health issues, warning signs, and key legal and ethical considerations when working with children.
The course is self-paced and fully online, with no exams. Assessment includes online quizzes, a written assignment, and a case analysis. The course takes 17 weeks to complete.
What you will learn
- Critical thinking
- Case history-taking, information retrieval, tests and screening
- Ethics in child health care
- Basic health programme provision in the New Zealand health system
- Child health systems and support networks
- Mental health issues for children
- Managing the health needs of infants under one year
- Māori paediatric health care considerations
- Adolescent health issues
- Communication and interpersonal skills in an integrative healthcare setting
Fees for 2026
A Bachelor's degree
Still want to study but don't meet the Academic Requirements?
- If you show that you have equivalent skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, you may be able to gain alternative entry.
- Note: The number of courses you have to complete for this qualification may be reduced where you have relevant credits from previous study, or evidence of similar learning or experience in the workplace.
Funding assistance
If you experience financial hardship during your studies, you may be eligible for funding, scholarships, and awards to help you continue your education.
Find out moreChild Health and Development Micro-credential (Level 7)
Gain knowledge in child health and development from 0 to 18
| Information | |
|---|---|
| Type | Other |
| Code | G21197 |
| Next starts | July 2026 |
| Credits | 15 |
| Level | 7 |
| Available Part time | Yes |
| Reference | G21197-STRU |
Fees for 2026
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