Course Overview
*This course is currently pending approval.
Are you a health professional, working in the health or wellbeing sector, or do you hold a degree and want to broaden your knowledge of health and rehabilitation in Aotearoa New Zealand?
The Graduate Diploma in Health and Rehabilitation Studies provides advanced knowledge of contemporary health and rehabilitation practice, preparing graduates for employment across rehabilitation, disability, aged care, palliative care and wider health and wellbeing settings.
You'll explore health from individual, whānau and community perspectives while developing specialist knowledge in:
- rehabilitation
- palliative and end-of-life care
- health of the older person
- population health
- Māori and Indigenous health and wellbeing
Throughout the course you'll examine professional practice within the Aotearoa New Zealand health sector, including ethics, legislation, cultural safety and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. You'll also develop skills in research and evidence-informed practice, enabling you to critically evaluate research and apply evidence to contemporary healthcare practice.
This qualification provides a pathway to postgraduate study as well as employment across rehabilitation, disability, aged care, palliative care and broader health and wellbeing services.
Please note: This qualification does not lead to New Zealand nursing registration.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
- Graduate Diploma in Health and Rehabilitation Studies
| Locations | To be confirmed |
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| Next intake | To be confirmed View more details |
| Study options |
1 year full-time, including holidays (if applicable) Part-time study available |
| Total credits | 120 |
| StudyLink assistance | Available |
| Indicative Fees | To be confirmed for domestic students View full fees information |
| Eligibility | View entry criteria |
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Career Opportunities
Employment in health roles such as:
- Rehabilitation services
- Disability support services
- Aged care
- Hospice and palliative care
- Community health
- Health and wellbeing services
- Care coordination
- Community-based needs assessment
- Wellbeing support
- Health promotion
Topic Overview
- Māori and Indigenous Health and Wellbeing
- Population Health and Wellbeing
- Health of the Older Person
- Professional Practice in Aotearoa New Zealand Healthcare
- Palliative and End-of-Life Care
- Health Systems and Structures
- Research and Evidence in Health Practice
- Rehabilitation
Course Fees
| Indicative Fees * | To be confirmed for domestic students |
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Please note, fees for our 2025 intakes are yet to be confirmed. Once they are, we will update our website to reflect the new 2025 fee amount.
Your final fee may vary if:
- you have a choice of topics/papers to study
- the qualification excludes GST
- there are extra course materials to purchase
- student levies apply
We’ll let you know if any of these apply to you.
* Important fee information, and hints and tips
Fee Help
Are you Eligible for Free Fees?
There are several ways to take advantage of free study at Toi Ohomai. Find out how on our Fees Free FAQ page.
Student Loans and Allowances
This course meets the requirements for student allowance and student loan applications through StudyLink.
- A student loan helps to pay for your course fees (the compulsory fees), study materials e.g. books, equipment, and living costs. You'll have to pay this money back.
- A student allowance is a weekly payment that can help with your living expenses while you're studying. You don't have to pay the money back.
Find out more and apply at studylink.govt.nz
Scholarships
Scholarships are one way you might be able to get some financial help. Any scholarships specifically related to this course are shown below, otherwise check out the full list of scholarships promoted by Toi Ohomai.
Course Entry Information
Entry Criteria
- An undergraduate degree, OR
- A Level 6 Diploma or degree in a subject relating to Health or Science, OR
- Be able to demonstrate equivalent practical, professional or educational experience. This must be evidenced through the submission of a CV detailing relevant work experience and professional achievements.
Standard Entry Criteria
Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.
English Language Requirements
IELTS Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 4 with the Academic Endorsement or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.
Course Locations and Intake Information
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Important Dates
Further Study Options
Courses Offered at Toi Ohomai
Courses Currently Under Development at Toi Ohomai, or Offered at Other Institutions
- Further postgraduate studies at Level 8 and above
