postgraduate certificate in specialty care - introduction to talking therapies
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Programme information fort he Postgraduate Certificate in Specialty Care - Introduction to Talking Therapies on offer at Whitireia in 2013TRANSCRIPT
This programme is designed to provide Registered Nurses and Registered Health Professional with an integrated, supported theoretical and practical programme of study to ensure the development of specialty knowledge and skills required of a health professional working in the New Zealand context.
This two paper programme can be completed over two years. All papers are 17 weeks in duration and each paper is a combination of online and short block tutorials delivered at our Porirua campus. All papers are NZQA accredited at Level 8 and approved by Nursing Council of New Zealand. One Whitireia Level 8 postgraduate paper is equivalent to a 30 credit paper.
paper informationintroduction to talking therapies (45 credits)This paper introduces students to the specialty knowledge of talking therapies. The purpose is to expand the student’s ability by examining a range of talking therapies. The student will develop knowledge and skills by focussing on therapeutic concepts and approaches. This includes an exploration of cultural issues and models, the personal and professional issues that are involved in the delivery of talking therapies and the application of talking therapies within the student’s current scope of practice.
Modules covered include: > Context and workplace application > Accountability > Theories of change > Approaches, concepts and skills
Career opportunitiesWork completed as part of programme requirements may contribute to evidence for use in Professional Development Recognition Programmes (PDRP). Successful graduates may also gain credits towards Master’s studies.
QualifiCationGraduates gain 45 credits towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Specialty Care
loCationPorirua campus, Wineera Drive, Porirua City
Postgraduate CertifiCate in sPeCialty Care – introduCtion to talking theraPies hsC8612This programme reflects current and developing research-based practice, in relation to health care delivery.
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Whitireia postgraduate programmes have a flexible learning approach with a mix of block courses and online learning. As distance students, there is a full range of support available including distance library services and online learning support.
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postgraduate CertifiCate in speCialty Care – introduCtion to talking therapies hsC8612
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duration17 weeks
level 8
feesDomestic: $1,794
International: please contact us
entry reQuirementsDomestic: registered health professional with current New Zealand practicing certificate, Bachelor degree or equivalent; employment in relevant clinical service for a minimum of three days per week
International: IELTS 7.0 or equivalent
start dates
location paper start date first tutorial second tutorial end date
Porirua HSC8612 Introduction to Talking Therapies 24 July 24-25 July 10 October 15 November