Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science – Mental Health and Addictions
Health Studies
A course by
AUT
Gain advanced knowledge and critical analysis skills in mental health and addictions. This postgraduate diploma equips health professionals with evidence-based strategies for recovery, rehabilitation, and service improvement.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Advanced Knowledge in Mental Health and Addictions
Develop an in-depth understanding of contemporary evidence and theories related to mental health and addiction recovery and rehabilitation.
Critical Analysis and Evidence-Based Practice
Critically analyze current practice and integrate research evidence to inform and improve health service delivery in mental health and addiction settings.
Specialized Assessment and Intervention Skills
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science (Mental Health and Addictions) at AUT is designed for qualified health professionals seeking to upskill in mental health and addiction practice. The programme deepens understanding of evidence and theories related to recovery and rehabilitation, and develops advanced skills to support individuals and systems affected by mental health and addictions. It prepares students for further study at master's level and supports eligibility pathways for DAPAANZ registration (Addictions focus). Delivered with flexible options including block campus courses and online learning, this diploma is suitable for experienced practitioners returning to study and for those seeking career and professional advancement.
Course Content
- Assessment for Mental Health Practice
- Intervention for Mental Health Practice
- Concepts of Recovery in Mental Health
- Holistic Trauma Informed Practice (Mauri Ora)
- Quantitative Research
- Qualitative Research
- Research Design and Methods
- Critical Enquiry for Evidence Based Practice
- Pacific Health Research and Design
- Māori Health Research Practice
- Health Professional Practice
- Practice Reality
- Māori Health Supervision
- Foundations for Addiction Practice (Addictions Focus)
- Assessment and Formulation for Addiction Issues (Addictions Focus)
- Intervention for Addiction Issues (Addictions Focus)
- Social Justice in Mental Health and Addictions Practice (Addictions Focus)
What you need to know first
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Mental Health Services
Addiction Services
Health Science
Public Health
Future employment opportunities might be
Mental health clinician
Addiction clinician