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Addiction Studies. Community. Counselling. Supervision. Learn how to make a difference. You'll learn how to help people in the community. Whether it’s assisting a family affected by an addiction or counselling someone who’s mourning, your training will prepare you to handle these challenges.

Learning experience

New programmes

Our programmes are practical and applied, and you learn through work experience. Our students enjoy learning from people who have rich experience in these areas and who are conducting research in these fields. You’ll be in a supportive group and benefit from interactive learning in the classroom as well as work placements on many courses.

We are looking to update our programmes in 2017. Please check our website for details.

Close connections with the sector

> Alcohol and drug worker

Our close connection to the sector offers you many opportunities to do work experience, practicums, gain clinical practice and to get supervision. We also work with professional bodies to make sure what you study is recognised, applicable and approved.

> Counsellor

Designed to suit you We know life’s busy. We offer full-time and part-time options at both our Wellington CBD campus and at Petone, as well as in Auckland. You can also do some learning online or do a short course.

Career opportunities > Addiction worker

> Community support > District Health Board roles > Policy advisor > Health promotion roles > Emergency response support

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Addiction Studies You’ll grow your understanding of addictions. The theory behind it as well as practical strategies to treat clients and help them manage addictions. What you learn is based on tested research. You’ll practise in class and do work experience to apply your skills in a real environment. Choose from different levels of study. Part-time options available.

Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Studies (Support Work) Level 5 Start: July 2016, March 2017 Length: 34 weeks, part-time Campus: Auckland and Wellington

Complement your industry experience. Or begin a career in the field of addictions. You’ll gain an understanding of the causes and effects of addictive behaviours. Learn leading strategies in the assessment and treatment of those suffering from addictions and develop a clientcentred approach in your practice. One-year programme.

Further study options

Programme overview

> Explore how these theories could be applied in a real life context

Employment opportunities exist in a variety of alcohol and drug services with District Health Boards, Public Health, non-government organisations and social, health and community agencies. Specialised addiction opportunities are also emerging with the Justice Department and within specific services such as opioid substitution.

> Build your ability to deliver a client-centred counselling approach in your practice

Entry criteria

> Discover the range of theoretical approaches that seek to explain why and how we experience addiction

> Explore and discuss ethical issues and professional practice in the field of addictions > Gain the skills you need to identify and apply different approaches when conducting assessments of clients with addictions and other impulse control disorders > Gain a complex understanding of intervention strategies and become equipped to select the most appropriate strategy for a range of situations > Develop your ability to undertake a motivational interviewing session with a pseudo client and understand its relationship to the Stages of Change Model > Explore the bicultural origins, values and current context within Aotearoa and understand the need for a multicultural approach in your practice

Diploma in Alcohol and Drug Studies Bachelor of Addiction Studies Career opportunities

NCEA Level 3, including: > Three subjects from the NZQA Approved Subjects list at Level 3, made up of 14 credits each. > Literacy - 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing > Numeracy - 10 credits at Level 1 or above Or achieved a Level 4 qualification in a related field Or equivalent personal, practical, professional or educational experience of an appropriate kind, and at the appropriate level English Language (for international students) > IELTS (Academic) 5.5 with no band score less than 5, or equivalent > Or achieved the academic entry requirement in New Zealand > Or achieved the academic entry requirement at an institution where English was the language of instruction and assessment

Programme details may change in 2017 as we are updating our courses. Please confirm with a Student Advisor by calling 0800 WELTEC (935 832).

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Diploma in Alcohol and Drug Studies Level 6 Start: July 2016, March 2017 Length: 2 years, part-time Campus: Auckland and Wellington

Advance your understanding of causes and treatment of addictive behaviours. Develop your ability to critically analyse addiction theories. Become accomplished in the assessment, intervention, management and treatment of addiction disorders. Part-time programme. Programme overview > Gain an in-depth understanding of the symptoms and descriptors on a range of clinical diagnoses > Develop your ability to facilitate a motivational interviewing session > Participate in work experience > Become proficient in working with clients at the level of intervention that best suits their needs and develop your referral skills > Explore the political, cultural, social and economic dimensions that impact and influence the context in which you practice > Grow your understanding of the psychological theories of substance use, misuse and addiction > Learn, explore and put into practice a range of therapeutic alcohol and drug interventions that are tailored to the needs of the client > Carry out a cognitive behavioural therapy session

Career opportunities Opportunities for work exist as an Addiction worker, Alcohol and Drug Worker, Case Manager, District Health Board Roles, Social Worker, Substance Abuse Counsellor and Policy Advisor. Entry criteria NCEA Level 3, including: > Three subjects from the NZQA Approved Subjects list at Level 3, made up of 14 credits each > Literacy – 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing > Numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 or above International students – minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 6 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent. You also need a few other things: > Interview – to assess your suitability for the programme > Curriculum vitae > Two personal referees > Personal statement and health declaration > Police check (completed annually)

Further study options Bachelor of Addiction Studies

Programmes and course details may change. All options dependent on demand. Confirm by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).

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Bachelor of Addiction Studies Level 7 Start: July 2016, March 2017 Length: 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time Campus: Auckland and Wellington

Help people with addictions. Learn from best practice research. Study areas such as criminal justice and abuse. Gain evidence-based skills to work in partnership with a wide range of other professionals. You’ll practise scenarios in the classroom through roleplaying. Try out triad sessions. Learn from observing your classmates. It’s a close supportive environment and your tutors will guide you through your studies. The programme gives graduates the practitioner competencies and values of the Addiction Practitioners’ Association, Aotearoa New Zealand (Dapaanz). Programme overview > Gain an integrated understanding of the theory and practical application of addictions > Learn strategies to assess and treat clients with addiction related disorders > Become competent in the assessment and treatment of clients with both complex mental health and addiction disorders > Analyse and critically evaluate the philosophies and practice frameworks of prevention and health promotion in addition to a variety of research-based theories on substance use, misuse and addictions > Gain a comprehensive understanding of the classification of pharmacological and psychotropic drugs

Career opportunities Employment opportunities exist in a variety of addiction, alcohol, and drug services and District Health Boards, public health, nongovernment organisations and social, health and community agencies. Specialised addictions opportunities are also emerging in justice roles and in specific services such as opioid treatment services. Entry criteria NCEA Level 3, including: > Three subjects from the NZQA Approved Subjects list at Level 3, made up of 14 credits each > Literacy – 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing > Numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 or above International students – minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 6 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent. You also need a few other things: > Interview – to assess your suitability for the programme > Curriculum vitae > Two personal referees > Personal statement and health declaration > Police check (completed annually)

> Learn best practice in relation to conducting a risk assessment > Develop your ability to apply evidence-based counselling approaches > Gain an understanding of cultural models of health and wellbeing and cultural responsibility when working with clients with a varying range of beliefs and values

Programmes and course details may change. All options dependent on demand. Confirm by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).

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Graduate Diploma in Applied Addiction Studies Level 7 Start: July 2016*, March 2017* Length: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time Campus: Auckland and Wellington

Designed for those with prior clinical experience. Gain a specialist understanding of addiction. Learn the latest industry models in the assessment and intervention of addictions. Put theory into practice with a clinical work placement. Gain an insight into New Zealand’s cultural context. You will be eligible to apply for provisional Practitioner Registration for Alcohol and Drug Workers in New Zealand. Programme overview > Integrate theories of use, misuse and addiction into your practice, providing support to those with addiction and other impulse control disorders

> Critically evaluate the philosophies and practice frameworks of prevention and health promotion > Develop a comprehensive understanding of systems theory with particular emphasis upon the structural concepts in families and family life cycle theory Entry criteria Bachelor degree in health or social services.* Or equivalent personal, practical, professional or educational experience at the appropriate level.

> Develop your understanding of differing intervention models in the field of addiction studies

International students – minimum IELTS (Academic) 6 with no band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent.

> Gain an awareness of the prevalence of co-existing disorders and learn about the relational factors between mental illness and addiction disorders

You also need a few other things: > Interview – to assess your suitability for the programme > Curriculum vitae > Two personal referees > Personal statement and health declaration > Police check (completed annually)

> Analyse and evaluate the unique issues presented by different cultural groups and develop your ability to apply a multicultural approach in your practice

You may need to organise your own work placement experience. Contact us to discuss further.

* Please note: This qualification is not open to graduates of WelTec's Bachelor of Counselling and Bachelor of Addiction Studies. Programmes and course details may change. All options dependent on demand. Confirm by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).

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Graduate Diploma in Addiction, Alcohol and Drug Studies Level 7 Start: July 2016*, March 2017* Length: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time Campus: Auckland and Wellington

Increase your knowledge base of addiction. Become familiar with the scope of addiction, alcohol and drug services. Learn assessment and intervention strategies for clients with addiction and co-existing mental health disorders. Designed for graduates with related qualifications and work experience. One year non-clinical programme. Programme overview > Learn how to integrate theories of substance use, misuse and addiction into your practice, supporting those with addiction and other impulse control disorders

Entry criteria Bachelor degree in health or social services.* Or equivalent personal, practical, professional or educational experience at the appropriate level. International students – minimum IELTS (Academic) 6 with no band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent. Applicants may be required to attend an interview.

> Grow your understanding of intervention models for addiction, gambling and coexisting mental health disorders > Analyse and evaluate the unique issues presented by different cultural groups > Critically evaluate the philosophies and practice frameworks of prevention and health promotion > Develop a comprehensive understanding of systems theory with particular emphasis upon structural concepts in families, and family life cycle theory Career opportunities Employment opportunities exist in a variety of alcohol and drug services such as an Addiction Worker, Alcohol and Drug Worker, District Health Board Roles, Social Worker, Substance Abuse Counsellor and Policy Advisor. Specialised addictions opportunities are also emerging in justice roles and in specific services such as opioid treatment services.

* Please note: This qualification is not open to graduates of WelTec's Bachelor of Addiction Studies and Bachelor of Counselling. Programmes and course details may change. All options dependent on demand. Confirm by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).

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Counselling You’ll learn a range of counselling techniques and therapies to help people. Hands-on learning in the classroom. Put your skills into practice under clinical supervision. We offer different qualifications. Choose a diploma, bachelor degree or graduate diploma. Gain new knowledge or take your existing skills further.

Diploma in Counselling Applied Level 6 Start: July 2016, March 2017 Length: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time Campus: Auckland and Wellington

Understand how to apply a range of counselling theories in clientcentred practice. Learn through roleplays and hands-on learning. Practise under clinical supervision. Benefit from supportive tutors who have worked in industry. The programme meets some of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors criteria specified in the Practitioner Competencies for Counselling Workers in Aotearoa – New Zealand. Programme overview > Learn the different theoretical approaches that underpin effective counselling practice and demonstrate these under clinical supervision > Understand social, political, cultural and economic contexts within a counselling situation > Identify ethical issues specific to counselling at an introductory level > Review your developing skill base in relation to client centred practice > Demonstrate the skills of a reflective practitioner Career opportunities Employment opportunities exist in community, health, educational and social services and non-government organisations.

Entry criteria NCEA Level 3, including: > Three subjects from the NZQA Approved Subjects list at Level 3, made up of 14 credits each. > Literacy - 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing > Numeracy - 10 credits at Level 1 or above International students – minimum score of IELTS (Academic) score of 6 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent. You also need a few other things: > Interview – to assess your suitability for the programme > Curriculum vitae > Two personal referees > Personal statement and health declaration > Police check (completed annually) Personal counselling/personal growth Students are required to complete 15 hours of personal counselling/ personal growth within the diploma programme. Students will be required to meet the cost of counselling in addition to course fees. The cost of counselling is estimated between $80 - $120 per hour.

Programmes and course details may change. All options dependent on demand. Confirm by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).

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Bachelor of Counselling Level 7 Start: July 2016, March 2017 Length: 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time Campus: Auckland and Wellington

Gain the skills to practise professionally. Learn to be a competent, critical and reflective practitioner. Build a sound theoretical base. Develop the skills to practise independently and co-operatively. Work with others. Put your skills into practice with a work placement Programme overview > Evaluate a wide range of counselling theories and practice frameworks > Develop an integrated understanding of counselling theory and practice > Use work placement, clinical supervision and personal counselling to become a reflective practitioner > Gain an understanding of common mental health disorders > Develop strong inter- and intra-personal skills, team work and supervision skills > Gain competencies necessary for provisional membership with the New Zealand Association of Counsellors Career opportunities Employment opportunities exist in a variety of roles, such as Counsellor, Life Coach, School Guidance Counsellor, Roles at DHB and Community Organisations.

Entry criteria NCEA Level 3, including: > Three subjects from the NZQA Approved Subjects list at Level 3, made up of 14 credits each > Literacy – 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing > Numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 or above International students – minimum score of IELTS (Academic) score of 6 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent. You also need a few other things: > Interview – to assess your suitability for the programme > Curriculum vitae > Two personal referees > Personal statement and health declaration > Police check (completed annually) Counselling/personal growth Students are required to complete 25 hours of personal counselling/ personal growth within the degree programme. Students will be required to meet the cost of counselling in addition to course fees. The cost of counselling is estimated between $80 - $120 per hour.

Programmes and course details may change. All options dependent on demand. Confirm by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).

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Graduate Diploma in Counselling Practice Level 7 Start: July 2016, March 2017 Length: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time Campus: Auckland and Wellington

Designed for professionals who require a qualification to continue working or to gain new employment in the counselling sector. Develop counselling skills under supervision in real situations. Programme overview > Critically evaluate the philosophies, skills and approaches that underpin effective counselling

Personal counselling/personal growth Students are required to complete 10 hours of personal counselling/ personal growth within the programme. Students will be required to meet the cost of counselling in addition to course fees. The cost of counselling is estimated between $80-$120 per hour. Work placement requirements

> Analyse and evaluate the unique issues presented by different cultural groups

It is strongly recommended that students in this programme have counselling experience and access to clients.

> Practise ethically and collaboratively

You must complete 100 hours of face-to-face supervised counselling experience. If you do not have access to clients, it is recommended that you contact our work placement coordinator and work with them to secure a placement before beginning the programme.

> Integrate counselling theories into practice Entry criteria Bachelor degree in health or social services.* Or equivalent personal, practical, professional or educational experience at an appropirate level. International students – minimum IELTS (Academic) 6 with no band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent. You also need a few other things: > Interview – to assess your suitability for the programme > Curriculum vitae > Two personal referees > Personal statement and health declaration > Police check (completed annually)

* Please note: This is not open to graduates of WelTec's Bachelor of Counselling and Bachelor of Addiction Studies. Programmes and course details may change. All options dependent on demand. Confirm by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).

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Health and Wellbeing New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (with strands in Health Assistance and Support Work)

Level 3 Start: July 2016, March 2017 Length: 20 weeks, full-time Campus: Petone Ideal if you’re working, or wishing to gain employment, as a care worker for elderly, people with disabilities, or general community support. Assist those in need within the health and wellbeing sectors. Programme overview > Apply practical application of knowledge in workplace settings on work placement > Demonstrate and apply knowledge of professional and ethical behaviour > Understand and describe a person’s holistic health > Learn important communication skills Learn how to respond to and recognise change. Choose from two strands. Health assistance strand This strand will provide employment in environments such as hospitals and rest homes.

Entry criteria 10 NCEA Level 1 credits in literacy and 10 NCEA Level 1 credits in numeracy Or an academic qualification at least equivalent to the above English Language (for international students) > The academic qualification was obtained in New Zealand, or at an institution where English was the language of instruction and assessment > Or a minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 5.0 with no band score lower than 5.0, or equivalent Other > Work experience agencies may require health checks before accepting the student on a work placement. These requirements are discussed with all potential students at their interview before acceptance onto the programme > Applicants may have to undergo a police check for entry into this programme.

Support worker strand Support those who need assistance in independent day to day living. Career opportunities Employment opportunities exist in a variety of roles, such as community support worker, disability support, homecare support. Work in rest homes or assist families.

Programmes and course details may change. All options dependent on demand. Confirm by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).

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Supervision Certificate in Supervision (Human Services) Level 5 Start: April 2016 (Wellington and Auckland) and August 2016 (All campuses) Length: 17 weeks, part-time Campus: Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington Designed for experienced practitioners working in the social, health and human services sector. Learn the latest in the theory and practice of supervision. Become equipped to meet the growing need for qualified, professional and clinical supervisors within the helping professions. Gain a well-recognised qualification. Develop your career options in supervision. Programme overview > Explore a variety of theoretical approaches to supervision > Learn how to use a model of supervision to structure a supervision session > Develop supervisory skills that facilitate competence and reflective practice > Learn to identify and address potential safety and ethical issues within a supervision session > Learn to consider ethical principles and contracts to guide supervisory practice

Entry criteria NCEA Level 3, including: > Three subjects from the NZQA Approved Subjects list at Level 3, made up of 14 credits each > Literacy – 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing > Numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 or above Or an equivalent qualification Or demonstrate reasonable likelihood of success International students – minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5, or equivalent. You also need a few other things: > Minimum of two years' full-time employment or equivalent in a relevant field of human services > Minimum of twenty hours' experience of being supervised > Students need to have access to supervisees in order to complete the practice requirements

Career opportunities There are opportunities for experienced and qualified practitioners working in social, health and community services.

Programmes and course details may change. All options dependent on demand. Confirm by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).

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Health Psychology Diploma in Health Psychology: Hauora Hinengaro Level 5 Start: March 2017 Length: 1 year, full-time Campus: Petone

Get a taste of the social services field. One-year programme. Explore how our own attitudes, as well as that of friends, family and the media influence our health. Be exposed to a range of theoretical approaches. The programme has a focus on self-discovery. Explore what path of study is right for you. Develop your academic writing and reference skills. Learn to communicate to a range of audiences. Ideal for students returning to study or those wanting to explore options in the field. Students often progress to study in counselling, psychology or social work.

Further study options Diploma in Counselling Applied Bachelor of Counselling Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Studies (Support Work) Diploma in Alcohol and Drug Studies Bachelor of Addiction Studies Bachelor of Youth Development

Programme overview

Entry criteria

> Explore psychology and human development and their relevance to a range of fields such as counselling, psychology and social services

36 credits from NCEA Level 2 in three subjects or an equivalent qualification.

> Develop an understanding of how healthy relationships and lifestyles can be enhanced in Aotearoa/New Zealand

International students – minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.

> Gain an introductory understanding of manaaki tangata and Māori health and well-being

Recognition of prior learning

> Analyse your own thought processes and behavioural response

If you have extensive knowledge and skills in this area, please enquire about our recognition of prior learning process.

> Develop your academic study and writing skill > Use library and internet sources to effectively research material

Note for new students

> Strengthen your presentation skills and learn to communicate effectively in group situations

If you have had experiences of trauma, addiction, mental illness, abuse or life events causing emotional harm, you may experience some emotional risk during the programme. WelTec offers support and counselling services you can access.

Programmes and course details may change. All options dependent on demand. Confirm by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).

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Postgraduate qualifications Professional Practice Advance your skills in health and social practice. Choose an interdisciplinary qualification. There’s a focus on diversity, inter-professionalism, education and leadership. Plus you can apply your study and research to what you’re doing. It’s flexible and designed to suit you. Most of your study will be online so you can do the qualification from anywhere in New Zealand.

Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Practice Level 8 Start: February 2016* Length: 6 months full-time or up to 2 years part-time Campus: Wellington

Grow your knowledge and skills. Enhance your practice and career prospects. The programme is designed so you can engage with other health and social service fields, broadening your professional practice. There’s a focus on collaboration. You’ll extend your ability to work in inter-professional teams. Develop your leadership ability. Complete the programme over 6 months (full-time) or 2 years (part-time). You may also gain credits towards Master’s studies.

Further study options Master of Professional Practice – you may gain credits towards the Masters Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Practice Entry criteria Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Programme overview The postgraduate certificate is a 60 credit programme. Choose 60 credits from the elective courses below.

International students – IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 with no band score below 6.5, or equivalent.

> Diversity in professional practice (30 credits)

Special entry may be granted if you do not meet the entry criteria, if the Head of School is satisfied you are capable of undertaking the programme.

> Advancing professional practice (30 credits)

Students must have access to fast internet connection.

> Research methods for health and social practice (30 credits)

> Professional education practice (30 credits) > Professional leadership practice (30 credits) > Clinical topic (15 credits) > Simulation practice (15 credits) > Special topic I (15 credits) > Special topic II (30 credits) > Policy for professional practice (30 credits) > Partnering with Māori In health and social practice (30 credits) > Working with Pacific peoples (30 credits)

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Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Practice Level 8 Start: February 2016* Length: 1 year full-time or up to 3 years part-time Campus: Wellington

One-year programme (or three years part-time). Focus on learning research methods for health and social practice. Then apply them in an area of your choice. Gain specialised knowledge and leadership skills to work in inter-professional teams. Focus on the delivery of quality services to diverse people and communities. Programme overview The postgraduate diploma is a 120 credit programme. You’ll complete two compulsory courses (60 credits) then choose a further 60 credits from the elective courses. Compulsory courses > Research methods for health and social practice (30 credits) > Advancing professional practice (30 credits)

> Special topic I (15 credits) > Special topic II (30 credits) > Policy for professional practice (30 credits) > Partnering with Māori In health and social practice (30 credits) > Working with Pacific peoples (30 credits) > Information management (15 credits) > Governance (15 credits) Further study options Master of Professional Practice – you may gain credits towards the Masters. Entry criteria

Electives – choose 60 credits

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

> Diversity in professional practice (30 credits)

International students – IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 with no band score below 6.5, or equivalent.

> Professional education practice (30 credits) > Professional leadership practice (30 credits) > Clinical topic (15 credits) > Simulation practice (15 credits)

Special entry may be granted if you do not meet the entry criteria, if the Head of School is satisfied you are capable of undertaking the programme. Students must have access to fast internet connection.

* Please note: This qualification does not qualify in full for student loans. Programmes and course details may change. All options dependent on demand. Confirm by calling a Student Advisor on 0800 WELTEC (935 832).

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Master of Professional Practice (with an optional endorsement in Education or Leadership)

Level 9 Start: February 2016* Length: 18 months, full-time or up to 5 years, part-time Campus: Wellington

Complete a Master’s. Study 18 months full-time or up to 5 years part-time. Lead practice at an advanced level. Work with diversity. Be an effective leader of inter-professional teams. Programme overview The Master’s is a 180 credit programme. You can choose to do a thesis or research project.

Research project pathway Compulsory courses > Praxis research project (45 credits) > Research methods for health and social practice (30 credits) > Advancing professional practice (30 credits) Electives – choose 85 credits

Thesis pathway This pathway is only available for Master of Professional Practice and not for the optional endorsements in Education or Leadership.

> Diversity in professional practice (30 credits) > Professional education practice (30 credits) > Professional leadership practice (30 credits)

Compulsory courses

> Clinical topic (15 credits)

> Thesis (90 credits)

> Simulation practice (15 credits)

> Research methods for health and social practice (30 credits)

> Special topic I (15 credits)

> Advancing professional practice (30 credits)

> Special topic II (30 credits)

Electives – choose 30 credits

> Policy for professional practice (30 credits)

> Diversity in professional practice (30 credits)

> Partnering with Māori in health and social practice (30 credits)

> Professional education practice (30 credits)

> Working with Pacific peoples (30 credits)

> Professional leadership practice (30 credits)

Entry criteria

> Clinical topic (15 credits)

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a B grade average at Level 7, and relevant practice in a related professional field.

> Simulation practice (15 credits) > Special topic I (15 credits) > Special topic II (30 credits)

International students – IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 with no band score below 6.5.

> Partnering with Māori in health and social practice (30 credits)

Special entry may be granted if you do not meet the entry criteria, if the Head of School is satisfied you are capable of undertaking the programme.

> Working with Pacific peoples (30 credits)

Students must have access to fast internet connection.

> Policy for professional practice (30 credits)

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Bev Clark

Bachelor of Counselling

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All the tutors teach from their own life experiences, which is relevant and practical. They are counsellors in their own right, specialising in particular areas.

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Bev Clark had worked as a nurse for nearly two and half decades, but felt it was time to help heal people from the inside. Bev completed the Bachelor of Counselling as a part-time student while also working part-time as a school nurse. Now, she's moving to a new role within her school. The turning point for Bev played out when she was working in a hospital. “A young man deliberately threw himself under a taxi, injuring himself severely. After much treatment, I finally saw him as he walked out the front door. He said, 'Nurse, I'm all healed' and I thought, 'But what about what is going on inside your head?' “Always in the back of my mind, I’ve wondered what is happening in the spirit, soul and mind of a person,” says Bev, a WelTec counselling graduate who graduated in April. “Counselling has become my first passion,” says Bev. “We learned a wide range of theories, research, cultural understandings and practical applications. They included whakaruruhau (understanding Maori concepts), addiction studies, mental health, abuse components and psychology.

“These studies have given me a small glimpse into how extremely difficult it is for people to work through issues that are complex; and it reminds me to continue to be more compassionate, empathetic, listen, believe and hold out hope and to ensure that I am not judgemental.” One of the benefits to learning at WelTec is the practical placements the students undertake, as well as the class and tutor interactions. “All the tutors teach from their own life experiences, which is relevant and practical. They are counsellors in their own right, specialising in particular areas. Their experience gives meaning and depth to the academic studies, which is very important for me; it has to be relevant for a person be it in Maori, European, Pasifika and other cultures,” says Bev. She's found that the counselling degree at WelTec has helped give her the best start to work in counselling. Bev will be starting her new role as a school counsellor where she looks forward to supporting young people and their families; giving them the tools to help support and deal with life’s challenges.

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The information contained in this programme guide describes the courses we intend to offer. The information is correct at the time of printing (June 2016). noteWELTEC that programmes and courses are subject to change. Programmes and course details may change. All options dependent on demand. Confirm by calling a Student AdvisorPlease on 0800 (935 832).

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