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POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN SPECIALTY CARE – DUAL DISABILITY This programme reflects current and developing research- based practice, in relation to health care delivery. ENROL NOW! www.whitireia.ac.nz 0800 944 847 +64 4 237 3100 [email protected] [email protected] 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. This programme is designed to provide Registered Nurses and Registered 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. 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. PAPER INFORMATION HSC8606: Dual Disability (45 credits) This paper offers students the opportunity to extend their knowledge and understanding of dual disability (DD) care within a holistic framework. The purpose is to expand the student’s ability to relate specialist knowledge and key concepts of care for people with a dual disability (intellectual disability and mental health). Each student will explore their own understanding of self and others in relation to working alongside the intellectual disability population. Modules covered include: > The socio political context of New Zealand > Psychopathology/models of care > Legislation > Professional practice 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. QUALIFICATION Papers are NZQA accredited at Level 8 and approved by Nursing Council of New Zealand. Graduates gain 45 credits towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Specialty Care LOCATION Porirua campus, Wineera Drive, Porirua
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Programme information for the Postgradauate Certificate in Specialty Care - Dual Disability on offer at Whitireia 2014
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POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN SPECIALTY CARE – DUAL DISABILITY This programme reflects current and developing research-based practice, in relation to health care delivery.
ENROL NOW!
www.whitireia.ac.nz0800 944 847 +64 4 237 3100 [email protected] [email protected]
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.
This programme is designed to provide Registered Nurses and Registered 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.
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.
PAPER INFORMATIONHSC8606: Dual Disability (45 credits)This paper offers students the opportunity to extend their knowledge and understanding of dual disability (DD) care within a holistic framework. The purpose is to expand the student’s ability to relate specialist knowledge and key concepts of care for people with a dual disability (intellectual disability and mental health). Each student will explore their own understanding of self and others in relation to working alongside the intellectual disability population.
Modules covered include:
> The socio political context of New Zealand > Psychopathology/models of care > Legislation > Professional practice
CAREER OPPORTUNITIESWork 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.
QUALIFICATIONPapers are NZQA accredited at Level 8 and approved by Nursing Council of New Zealand. Graduates gain 45 credits towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Specialty Care
LOCATIONPorirua campus, Wineera Drive, Porirua
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN SPECIALTY CARE – DUAL DISABILITY
ENROL NOW!
DURATION17 weeks
LEVEL 8
FEESDomestic: $1,854.50 per paper
International: $11,975 per paper
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 in each band
2014 START DATES
Location Paper Start Date First tutorial Second tutorial End date
Porirua HSC8606: Dual Disability 10 March 10-11 March 9 June 4 July
Fees, programmes and dates are subject to change. Please confirm before applying to enrol.
August 2013
