1. A Student’s
Pathway:
Gaining the
Qualifications
to Work and Live
in New Zealand

2. Kauri Academy
is NZQA registered.

3. Kauri Academy is
signatory to the
Code of Practice
for the Pastoral Care
of International Students

4. OUR PROGRAMMES LEAD TO
NATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Some private training establishments don’t use NZQA
qualifications – you should check and make sure their
courses are suitable for you.
• Check that the programme leads to a qualification that
is a National or a New Zealand qualification. It has
“National” or “New Zealand” on the qualification.

5. Programme Approval and
Registration with

6. Expert Academic Staff
The Academic Staff at Kauri Academy are employed for their
expertise and commitment to providing an exceptional educational
service. Each department is headed by industry-respected
educators with years of experience.
Malcolm Morrison Principal and Head of Department (English)
Malcolm’s global teaching and academic management experience provides the perfect platform for the
helm of an international educational institution. He spent the last 16 years as an academic manager and
teacher of ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) in countries like Italy, London and New
Zealand. His extensive experience here in New Zealand has given him an in-depth knowledge of the
country’s educational standards and immigration regulations. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, a
Graduate Diploma in Teaching from the University of Auckland and a Trinity CertTESOL.
Marie Laycock Head of Department (Healthcare Studies)
Marie is a very experienced health care educator with a unique level of expertise and a well-grounded
insight to workplace realities that comes from practicing as a nurse for the first six years of her career. She
is a Registered General and Obstetrics Nurse from the Auckland School of Nursing and holds a National
Certificate in Adult Education (Level 4),a National Certificate in Adult Literacy Education (NCALE)
Vocational Tutor/Lecturer and Workplace Trainer and a Certificate of Proficiency in Health Research (Level
7) from the AUT.

7. Expert Academic Staff
Qualified and Experienced Tutors
English Department Tutors hold an RSA/CELTA, CertTESOL or
equivalent qualification.
Healthcare Studies Department staff must be registered nurses,
occupational therapists or hold an equivalent health care qualification,
and must have knowledge of adult education. Healthcare Studies staff
have extensive industry experience, which they will share with all
healthcare students.

8. Learning For The Future
Kauri Academy works closely with immigration advisers in New
Zealand, should you require immigration advise and services.
Kauri Academy works with employment bureaus for health workers
that are available to assist in finding part time employment while
studying.

10. Facilities

11. Facilities

12. Facilities

16. STUDY WORK LIVE
PATHWAYS

17. PATHWAY 1
1. Gain Qualification in Diversional Therapy
2. Gain Level 5 Healthcare Team Management Qualification
3. Be Eligible for a One year Open Work Permit
(Graduate Job Search Visa)

18. 4. Get a Job in Healthcare Sector
5. Get a Job as a Diversional Therapist or Healthcare
Administrator
6. In case of No. 5 above, Apply for Residence under the
Skilled Migrant Category

19. PATHWAY 2
1. Gain Qualification in Diversional Therapy
2. Get a Job as a Diversional Therapist under an
Essential Skills Work Category Visa
3. Apply for Residency under the
Skilled Migrant Category

20. PATHWAY 3
1. Gain Qualification in Diversional
Therapy
2. Get a Job in Healthcare Sector under an
Essential Skills Work Category Visa

21. Important Information
about
Pathways 1, 2 and 3

22. If you want to work, you’ll need to apply
for a work visa.
Make sure you apply for the new visa
before your student visa expires

23. To be eligible for a Graduate Work Search Visa you must:
• have successfully completed two qualifications at levels 4 to 6 of at
least one academic year study each (two years study in New Zealand
in total) provided the second qualification is at a higher level
• Complete a programme for a Level 4 National qualification. Our
Diversional Therapy programme leads to a National qualification.
• Then complete a One Year Level 5 programme such as our
Healthcare Team Management Programme.
• Apply for the Graduate Job Search visa no later than three months
after the end date of the student visa for the second qualification
• provide evidence of a minimum of NZ$4,200 available to maintain
yourself during your 12-month stay in New Zealand.

24. The Essential Skills Work Category Visa requires a job
offer from a New Zealand employer.
The employer will need to show that no New Zealand
citizens or residents are available to do the job,
• Providing evidence that the employer genuinely tried to find a New
Zealand worker to fill the position.
• In addition, you must be appropriately qualified by training or
experience to take up the position.
• Health & character requirements

25. Duration of Essential Skills Work Visas
Diversional Therapy or Healthcare Administrator -
ANZSCO Skill Level 1, 2 or 3
maximum duration of three years, renewable
Nursing Support and Personal Care)
ANZSCO Skill Level 4 or 5
maximum duration of one year, renewable

26. To be eligible for New Zealand residence under the
Skilled Migrant Category you must:
• be 55 or under
• be healthy
• be of good character
• speak English.
• ave sufficient points.

27. Use the Points Indicator found on the
New Zealand Immigration website.
You get points for age, experience,
employability and qualifications

28. • Age – younger applicants get more points
• Experience – your related work experience in the
Philippines and in New Zealand
• Employability – you have ongoing employment in skilled
employment. Diversional Therapy is in the list of skills
that qualify for points under the skilled migrant category.
• Qualifications – your National Certificate in Diversional
Therapy as well as Level 5 qualifications are recognised
qualifications.

29. Additional information may be found at
www.kauriacademy.ac.nz .
Immigration information available at
www.immigration.govt.nz

30. Studying in New Zealand

31. Please note that:
If you fail to meet the conditions of studying in New Zealand, you may
become liable for deportation. Immigration New Zealand can do this if:
• You do not attend your course
• You work when you do not have the authority to do so
• You stop attending the course for which you were granted the visa and
enroll in one we have not approved. You may be able to change
courses and/or providers once you are here but you must first contact
Immigration NZ so that they can either change your visa conditions or
consider your application for a new student visa

32. Requirements for
a Student Visa
1. Offer of a place
2. Health and character
3. Evidence of funds to support yourself
4. Proof that you plan to leave
5. Passport
6. “6th Requirement” Tuition Fee Payment

33. 1. Offer Of Place from Kauri
Academy
If you are enrolling in a course for the first time, you need to have
an Offer of Place from a New Zealand education provider.
An Offer Of Place is letter from the school stating that you have
been accepted in the programme.
This offer of place is filed together with the student visa
application.

34. 2. Health & Character
You have to meet health
and character requirements and prove to that your
intent is genuine.
3. Proof that you Plan to Leave:
Such as Return Ticket
4. Passport
You must have a passport that is valid for at least three
months past the end of your intended stay.

35. What is the Diversional
Therapy with Healthcare
Core Competencies
Programme?

36. TAKE NOTE PLEASE!
This programme is NOT for any professional
registration such as nursing registration,
occupational therapist registartion and others.
This programme is for training to become a
Diversional Therapist.

37. What is
diversional therapy?
Diversional therapy recognises and facilitates
purposeful recreation, leisure and pleasure activities.
• Facilitates choices
• Enhances lifestyle
• Encourages independence

38. Programme
Qualifications
Leads to 2 National qualifications:
National Certificate in Health, Disability and Aged
Support (Core Competencies) (Level 3)
National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4)

39. Entry Requirements for
International Students
• Be over 18 years of age
• Have a current IELTS with an average of 5.5 with no band width
lower than 5.0
• Have a minimum of year 12/13 secondary school experience
• Preferably have a tertiary degree in a related health field OR have
experience in the health sector of a minimum of three years within
the last six years
• Have a police certificate
• Skype interview with Head of Department

40. Programme Pathways
Educational Pathways
Further study at level 5
Graduate Pathways
Work as a healthcare assistant
Work as an activities coordinator
Work as a Diversional Therapist
Employment Pathways
Students can seek work in the above roles after qualification
Students may apply for work at the practicum facilities at the
end of the qualification
Residency Pathways
Possible pathway for residency working as a diversional
therapist

41. Programme Structure
• 43 weeks in length (class weeks only, breaks not
included)
• 20 hours face to face contact with tutor
• 2 and ½ days per week in class. This will usually be
Monday to Wednesday or Wednesday to Friday. This
allows the students to work on the other days if needed.
• 10 hours of self directed learning per week
• Semesters 1 and 2
• Each semester has two modules with a two week break
between semesters and a Christmas break at the end of
the year.

42. The Diversional Therapy
Programme includes:
• Guest speakers
• Making fun activities
• Practical health care skills
• Visits to places of interest
• Knowledge of the New Zealand health industry
• Learning in a supportive environment

43. What about practicum?
• Three blocks of practicum in an aged care setting
• Able to have clinical placement at a variety of different facilities.
• Three weeks for healthcare (20 hours per week)
• Three weeks for healthcare/dementia (20 hours per week)
• 5 weeks for diversional therapy (16 hours per week)
• Students will sign a workplace training agreement
• Police check needed
• Kauri clinical uniform

44. What DT skills and
knowledge are included?
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and adapt
diversional therapy careplans
• Develop diversional therapy care plans for people
with identified health conditions
• Develop diversional therapy care plans for people
experiencing grief and loss
• Develop a diversional therapy resource manual
• Identify safety concerns
• Assess risk
• Develop appropriate risk management strategies
and quality assurance
• Provide support to people living with dementia
and/or exhibiting challenging behaviour patterns
• Provide person-centred culturally appropriate care

45. Are there any
health care skills?
• Infection control
• Moving aids
• Personal care plans for clients
• Abuse and neglect
• Intellectual disability
• Communication
• Preventing falls
• Incontinence
• Hearing impairments
• Patient rights
• New Zealand cultural considerations
• Advocacy

46. N Z Society of
Diversional Therapists
• All students will become
associate/student members
• Code of Ethics
• Annual conferences
• Special education days
• Associates can apply for registration
as a Diversional Therapist after
achieving the qualification and three
years of experience.
46

47. Programme
Expectations
• All students are expected to complete the programme
• There will be regular feedback to students and a report once a
semester
• Students are expected to have at least 80% attendance or they
will not be eligible to graduate.
• Kauri Academy staff are available for any further support for any
student who is struggling

48. 5. Evidence of Funds to Support Yourself
for Courses More Than Nine Months long
• Access to NZ$15,000 per year (NZ$1250
per month) to cover your costs during
your stay in New Zealand

49. Evidence of Funds to Support Yourself
• Evidence of funds may be in the form of cash, travelers'
cheques, bank drafts, or a recognised credit card with
enough credit. The student must have access to this
funds.
OR
• Evidence of funds through a Sponsor - A financial
undertaking can be provided by relative or a friend who is
a citizen of or resident of New Zealand. No need for
funds if you have a Sponsor.

50. Why NZ$15,000?
• This is the estimate issued by NZ immigration on on how much you
need to support yourself in one year.
• NZ$15,000 / 12 months = NZ$1250 per month or NZ$312.50 per
week
How long will the money stay in the bank?
You have to maintain NZ$1250 multiplied by the number of months of your
remaining stay. In other words you can withdraw up to NZ$1250 per month.

51. Will you use up all of these
funds?
• Not if you work for 20 hours a week.
• At minimum wage = $13.50 x 20 = $270 per week. Net after
tax (10% bracket) = $237 per week earnings
• $15 per hour at 20 hours = $300 week. Net after tax (10%
bracket) = $261.25 per week earnings
• Immigration New Zealand estimate of living expenses per
week is $312.50.

52. 6. “6th Requirement”
Payment of Tuition Fees
• you must show you have sufficient funds to pay the
course fees once your student visa is approved in
principle.
• Fees must be paid in full before the visa is released.

53. Work 20 hours per week
While Studying
• Because our programme leads to a New Zealand Qualification that
qualifies for points under the Skilled Migrant Category, you can work
part time for up to 20 hours per week while studying full time.
• We designed our programme to allow you to have flexibility in getting
a part time job. Classes are 2 and ½ days per week which leaves you
with 4 and ½ consecutive days for your part time work.

54. Working While Studying
• It will be practical to assume that you will be using the funds
from your support fund for the first one to two months of your
stay as you look for your part time job.
• Remember to apply for the 20 hour work permit on your
student visa application!
• You should also consider the possibility of not being able to
work while doing the practicum component of the programme.

55. What is the Healthcare
Team Management
Programme?

56. TAKE NOTE PLEASE!
•This programme is NOT for any professional registration
such as nursing registration, occupational therapist
registartion and others.
•This programme is for training to become a Healthcare
Administrator.
•NZQA programme approval expected in time for the
February 2014 intake.

57. Programme
Qualifications
Leads to Two National qualifications:
• National Certificate in Health, Disability, and Aged
Support (Team Management) Level 5
• National Certificate in Health, Disability, and Aged
Support (Core Competencies) Level 3

58. What skills and
knowledge are included?
• Operate professionally, ethically, and responsibly in an organisation
• Recognise and respond to changes to the health and wellbeing of
consumers
• Describe and analyse service delivery models or approaches
• Manage service plans
• Describe and implement health and wellbeing strategies
• Describe concepts of quality
• Develop, implement and report quality objectives within the overall
context of a health disability or aged care setting
• Assess vocational learning.

59. Programme Pathways
Educational pathways
• Include further study towards:
• Bachelor in Health Science
• Bachelor in Social Work
• National Diploma in Social Work (level 6)
• National Diploma in Youth Work (Level 6)
Employment pathways
• Residential care officer (Team Leader)
• Disabilities Services officer
• Community health worker
• Family support worker
• Care coordinator
• Workplace assessor
• Medical receptionist
• Health administration

60. Entry Requirements for
International Students
• Have graduated from Kauri Academy’s Certificate in Diversional
Therapy with Healthcare Core Competencies programme.
OR
• Be over 18 years of age
• Have a current IELTS with an average of 5.5 with no band width lower
than 5.0
• Have a minimum of year 12/13 secondary school experience
• Preferably have a tertiary degree in a related health field OR have
experience in the health sector of a minimum of three years within the
last six years
• Have a police certificate
• Skype interview with Head of Department

61. Programme Structure
• The programme has 43 weeks of tuition, (class weeks, not
including breaks and holidays.
• There are two semesters each containing 2 modules with a two
week break between semesters and a Christmas break at the end
of the year.
• Semester 1 has 21 weeks of tuition and semester 2 has 22 weeks
of tuition.
• There is 20 hours per tuition week of class or work based
learning, and 12 hours per tuition week of self directed learning
• The programme runs over one academic year.
• 2 and ½ days per week in class. This will usually be Monday to
Wednesday or Wednesday to Friday. This allows the students to
work on the other days if needed.

62. Programme
Expectations
• Students will achieve all 133 credits in the Certificate of
Healthcare Team Management programme (Level 5)
• Students will achieve an overall attendance of 80%

63. What about Tuition Fees and other Costs?

64. Student Fee Protection
Policy
• Tuition Fees are put in a trust account with Public Trust in
the name of the student. The school has no control over
these funds
• Public Trust is a government owned corporation.
• Tuition is returned to student if the visa is not approved.
• Tuition is returned to he student if the student withdraws
from the course within 10 days from start date less any
expenses incurred up to 25%.
• Tuition is paid to the school on a weekly basis throughout
the duration of the programme.

65. Tuition Fees and Costs Summary
(in NZ$)
Diversional Therapy
• Course Fees $14,200.00
• Enrolment Fee 300.00
• Course Workbooks 345.00
TOTAL 14,845.00

66. Tuition Fees and Costs Summary
in NZ$)
Healthcare Team Management (payable in
2014)
• Course Fees $14,200.00
• Enrolment Fee 300.00
• Course Workbooks 345.00
TOTAL 14,845.00

67. Course Fee includes:
All tuition for classes
The use of learning resource, facilities and equipment
during school hours or by arrangement with the tutor in
charge after class hours.
Fees related to processing, recording and reporting of
assessment results and related information.
Limited internet access on site.
Airport pickup on first arrival.
GST at 15% (New Zealand tax on goods and services).

68. Other costs (approximate) not covered by Course Fees and which you may
incur:
•Uniforms for Work Placement Training $170 for 2 tunics, students to provide their
own black trousers (no denims) and closed shoes
•Anatomy & Physiology Textbook $100 (students may bring their own up-to-date
anatomy & physiology textbook)
•Registration with the Diversional Therapy Society $60
•Immigration and visa fees $230
•Variation of visa conditions, if needed $140
•Homestay placement fee $240
•Medical insurance $600 for 24 months
•Recognition of Prior Learning / Credit Recognition and Transfer, if needed $50
•Optional field trip costs $30 per trip
•Pens, pencils, exercise books and pads $10
•Photocopying for notes and assessments $15
•Plane Fare: $2000

69. Tuition Fees and Other Costs Summary
(Estimates in NZ$)
Diversional Therapy
• Course Fees $14,200.00
• Enrolment Fee 300.00
• Course Workbooks 345.00
• Medical Insurance 300.00
• Plane Fare 1,600.00
• Other Costs 985.00
TOTAL 17,730.00

70. Tuition Fees and Other Costs Summary
(Estimates in NZ$)
Healthcare Team Management (payable in
2014)
• Course Fees $14,200.00
• Enrolment Fee 300.00
• Course Workbooks 345.00
• Medical Insurance 300.00
• Other Costs 985.00
TOTAL 16130.00

71. Assuming full time work
after completing one programme
Assuming Full time work at $13.50/hour (minimum wage)
13.5 x 40 hours /wk = 540
less Tax = 455.17
x 52 weeks = 23,668.84
Assuming Full time work at $15/hour (minimum wage)
15 x 40 hours /wk = 600
less Tax (96.35) = 503.65
x 52 weeks = 26,189.80
Assuming INZ estimated Expenses at $1250 / month x 12 = $15,000
Net after living expenses (13.50/hour) $8668.84
Net after living expenses (15/hour ) $11189.80