HSC8603: FORENSIC PRACTICE ONE This programme reflects contemporary mental health and addiction approaches to care.
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This programme is designed to provide Health Professionals 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. The Postgraduate Certificate in Specialty Care can be completed over two years. All courses are 17 weeks in duration and each course is a combination of online and short block tutorials delivered at our Porirua campus.
COURSE INFORMATION HSC8603: Forensic Practice 1 (45 credits) This course offers health professionals working with people using forensic psychiatric care services the opportunity to further develop their skills and knowledge in this area. The purpose is to expand the student's ability to relate key concepts of forensic psychiatric care within different settings. A strong focus of the course is on the development of knowledge of the parameters and approaches to care. Students critically analyse their practice, developing advanced assessment and decision making skills. Each student will explore their own understanding of self and others, and inter-sectorial care, and the impact that they make on the health outcomes of people who experience mental distress, their whÄ nau and families. Topics covered include: >> Contemporary Mental Health and Addiction Approaches >> Socio-Political >> Legislation and Ethics >> Resiliency and Leadership
Whitireia postgraduate programmes have a flexible learning approach with a mix of block courses and online learning. Distance students receive a full range of support including distance library services and online learning support.
QUALIFICATION Graduates gain 45 credits per paper towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Specialty Care
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Work completed as part of this programme may contribute evidence for use in Professional Development Recognition Programmes (PDRP). Successful graduates may also gain credits towards Master’s studies.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION LOCATION
FEES
Porirua campus, Wi Neera Drive, Porirua
Current fees are available on the Whitireia website
DURATION
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
17 weeks per course
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
LEVEL 8
International: IELTS 7.0 in each band
PROGRAMME AND BLOCK COURSE DATES WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE PROGRAMME PAGE ON THE WHITIREIA WEBSITE ONCE CONFIRMED
Fees, programmes and dates are subject to change. Please confirm before applying to enrol.
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POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN SPECIALTY CARE – FORENSIC PRACTICE
May 2017