Postgraduate Certificate in Specialty Care – Introduction to Talking Therapies HSC8612 This programme reflects current and developing researchbased practice, in relation to health care delivery.
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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 information Introduction 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
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.
Career opportunities Work 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.
Qualification Graduates gain 45 credits towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Specialty Care
Location Porirua campus, Wineera Drive, Porirua City
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ADDITIONAL information Start Dates Location Porirua
Paper
Start Date
First tutorial
Second tutorial
End date
HSC8612 Introduction to Talking Therapies
24 July
24-25 July
10 October
15 November
Duration 17 weeks
Level 8
Fees Domestic: $1,794 International: please contact us
Entry requirements Domestic: 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
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