Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy Studies
Psychology
A course by
AUT
A one-year (full-time) graduate diploma designed for those seeking entry into psychotherapy careers or pathway to the Master of Psychotherapy, focusing on theory, skills, and self-awareness.
NZ$10,547
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop foundation skills in psychotherapy
Gain knowledge and practical skills required for entry into advanced training in psychotherapy, including self-awareness and interpersonal communication.
Explore theory and practice of psychotherapy
Understand various psychotherapeutic theories and modalities and how to apply them in practice.
About This Course
The Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy Studies at AUT is designed for health professionals, volunteers, and individuals interested in becoming psychotherapists. The programme is the first stage of AUT’s integrated psychotherapy pathway, and prepares graduates for entry into the Master of Psychotherapy. Students explore theory and foundation skills in psychotherapy, develop self-awareness, effective communication, and gain an understanding of human experience and behaviour. There is an option to focus on child and adolescent psychotherapy.
Course Content
- Psychotherapy Practice Skills
- Relational Psychotherapy Theories and Modalities
- Social and Cultural Analysis
- Research in Mental Health
- Mental Health and Psychopathology
- Reflexivity & Relational Skills
- Child and Adolescent Work Discussion Group (for the focus stream)
Entry Requirements
A bachelor's degree OR a relevant professional qualification or experience approved as equivalent to a bachelor's degree
Interview may be required
Build towards these roles
Pathway to further study for provisional membership with the New Zealand Association of PsychotherapistsEligibility to apply for Master of PsychotherapyRoles as a mental health professional in diverse settings (with further study)
Build skills in these industries
HealthMental HealthCounsellingPsychotherapy
