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Care & Support · Micro Certificate

Start a Career Helping People
In Your New Zealand Community

Support work is a growing sector in New Zealand. This course gives you a clear introduction to the role, the skills you need, and how to provide great care. It's the perfect first step for a meaningful new career.

Free first lesson
Or enrol on the spot
Rated 5 by our students
From $25
Per Week
ICOES + CPD
Endorsed Certificate
14-Day
Money-Back Guarantee
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Online, Self-Paced
24/7
AI Tutor
Where this can take you

Upskill. Career or Business. Made for New Zealand.

Whatever you are here for, these are the kinds of roles your new skills could lead to:

Support Worker
Disability Support Worker
Community Support Worker
Caregiver
Healthcare Assistant
Residential Support Worker
Curriculum

What You’ll Learn.

3 modules · 24 lessons · Study at your own pace

01Welcome & IntroductionFree
02What Support Work Is and Who It Serves
03The New Zealand Support Sector: How It Is Organised
04The Support Worker Role: Responsibilities and Boundaries
05Values That Drive Good Support Work
06Disability in New Zealand: Models and Perspectives
07Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Its Role in Support Work
08Rights of People Who Use Support Services
09Exploring Pathways Into Support Work
10Health and Safety Responsibilities in Support Work
11Manual Handling Awareness: Protecting Yourself and Your Client
Included with your course

Your 24/7 AI Tutor.

It knows where you are

Your tutor sees the lesson you are on and what you have covered, so every answer fits your progress.

Explains Until You Get It

Confused by a concept? Ask for a simpler take, a real-world example, or a quick quiz to test yourself.

There at 11pm

Study when it suits you. Your tutor is available around the clock, every day of your enrolment.

Inside this course · Your tutor
I see a lesson on Te Tiriti o Waitangi. How does that relate to everyday support work in New Zealand?
That's a great question. In a practical sense, it's about honouring the rights and needs of Māori as tangata whenua. This means using person-centred support that respects their cultural values, involves whānau in care planning where appropriate, and helps ensure services are equitable. It's a core part of providing safe and effective support in Aotearoa. Would you like me to explain the principles of partnership, participation, and protection in more detail?
ModernEdu
This certifies that
Charlotte Reeve
has successfully completed the
Introduction to Support Work NZ
Issued by Modern Education New Zealand
Certificate No. ME-2026-04871
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Your certificate

Proof of What You Know.

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Endorsed by ICOES, the International Council for Online Educational Standards, and CPD-eligible.

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Made to share

A printed hard copy is included with upfront enrolment, and a digital version for LinkedIn and your CV.

Student reviews

What People Are Saying.

5 average rating

Set up a plant styling business, and maintain it too

The content was clear and practical — including the set-up of a plant styling business, and ongoing maintenance too.

Emily P. · Verified student

The financial part of the business

Learning about the financial part of the business.

Kristine S. · Verified student

The first weeks are the foundation, not a warm-up

The first weeks in the home are not a warm-up phase, they are the foundation. The guidance we give owners during this window can prevent months of remedial work later, making early intervention one of the most powerful tools we have as trainers.

Gaylene D. · Verified student
What you get

Everything Included.

In this course

24 lessons across 3 modules, read, listen, or watch every one
Your 24/7 AI tutor, built into every lesson
Assessments and your ICOES-endorsed, CPD-eligible certificate
12 months access, with extensions available on request

As a Modern Edu student

Student discount on any additional course
Printed hard-copy edition of your course
More student extras on the way
How it works

Four Steps to Your Certificate.

01

Try It Free

Start lesson 1 right now, free. See the course and meet your tutor before paying anything.

02

Enrol Easily

Pick the option that suits you. Every option is covered by the 14-day guarantee.

03

Make Real Progress

Read, listen, or watch each lesson. Go at your own pace with your tutor beside you.

04

Get Your Certificate

Pass your assessments and receive your endorsed, verifiable certificate.

Enrolment

Easy Ways to Get Started.

Try the first lesson free. When you are ready, split it into four with Afterpay or Klarna, save $60 upfront, or take the simple weekly plan.

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12 weekly payments · $300 total
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Before you enrol

Is It Right for You?

This course is for you if

Kiwis considering a career change into a more meaningful field.
Anyone wanting to enter the New Zealand aged care or disability support sector.
People looking for a clear introduction before committing to a formal qualification.
Job seekers who want to add practical, relevant skills to their CV.

It is probably not for you if

If you need a formal NZQA qualification, you should look at providers like a polytechnic.
Experienced support workers who are looking for advanced or specialised training.
Anyone wanting to become a registered nurse, doctor, or other licensed health professional.
This course is specific to the New Zealand context and may not be right for learners overseas.

14-Day Money-Back Guarantee.

Try the full course for two weeks. If it is not for you, we refund you in full. No questions asked, no conditions.

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Tammie O. · Verified student

“Very informative, and I like the focus on clients. It's better to give advice in small segments — just as we do with our dogs. Small steps.”

John H. · Verified student

“Real world responses — wow. The laws, and what it means to run a facility, is an eye opener. Even the less-common-pets section was eye opening — rabbits are illegal to keep as pets here in Queensland!”

Lee P. · Verified student

Start With a Free Lesson.

Start with the free first lesson, or enrol on the spot from $25 a week.

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