About Anatomy and Physiology
This programme of study provides a fascinating introduction into human anatomy and physiology, the structure and function of the body, and how these are closely intertwined. Anatomy and physiology are foundational subjects that underpin our understanding of the health and wellbeing of the human body.
14 WEEKS
CERTIFICATE IN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
43 CREDITS
PATHWAY TO NZ DIPLOMA IN HEALTH SCIENCE (LEVEL 5)
Course Details
This programme consists of seven assessments contained within workbooks – on completion these award a total of 43 credits
The course includes Anatomy and Physiology to level four.
The Certificate in Anatomy and Physiology is an approved equivalent prerequisite to the NZ Diploma in Health Science (Level 5) offered by NCNZ, and for programmes offered by other tertiary education providers.
Applicants must have completed and passed Year 11 or equivalent secondary school education, must be at least aged 18, and able to read, speak and comprehend English language (for international non-English speaking applicants a level 6.5 IELTS ). Where English is a second language, applicants will be asked to provide evidence of the above English proficiency. NCNZ is not able to enrol international students who do not meet the above criteria.
To be eligible to study at NCNZ and receive government subsidised tuition you must be:
- A citizen of New Zealand (including students from the Cook Islands, Tokelau, or Niue who have New Zealand citizenship)
OR
- A resident or permanent resident of New Zealand
OR
- A citizen or permanent resident of Australia residing in New Zealand.
Recognition of Prior Learning Form (RPL) is not offered for this certificate.
14 weeks
The majority of your learning will be based from home, using online materials. Assessments will be a combination of online quizzes and written assessments.
TBC
| Tuition Fees | $1,130 |
| Materials Fee | $150 |
| Administration | $100 |
The following currently lists the compulsory of text book for the qualification (subject to change).
Human Anatomy and Physiology (Marieb & Hoehn, 10th Edition)
| Course Code | Course Name | Course Credits |
| 12725 | Human Structure and Function II | 1 |
| 12702 | Cells and Tissues | 2 |
| 12713 | Integumentary System | 1 |
| 12719 | Musculo-Skeletal System | 2 |
| 12699 | Constituents of Blood | 2 |
| 12700 | Cardiovascular System | 1 |
| 12715 | Lymphatic System | 1 |
| 12711 | Defence Mechanisms and Immunity | 2 |
| 12704 | Principles of Human Chemistry | 5 |
| 12722 | Nervous System | 3 |
| 12730 | Special Senses of the Human Body | 2 |
| 12708 | Endocrine System | 2 |
| 12728 | Respiratory System | 1 |
| 12706 | Digestive System | 2 |
| 12717 | Processes of Metabolism | 2 |
| 12731 | Urinary System | 1 |
| 12723 | The Nervous System | 3 |
| 12726 | Reproductive System | 2 |
| 12720 | Bones, Muscles and Skeletal Tissues | 5 |
| 12701 | The Cardiovascular System | 3 |
| Total | 43 |
