Master of Psychotherapy
Psychology
A course by
AUT
The Master of Psychotherapy prepares students to become psychotherapists, providing the practical and theoretical knowledge required for professional registration and clinical practice in Aotearoa New Zealand.
NZ$13,630
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Clinical and ethical competence in psychotherapy
Develop advanced skills to assess, formulate, and provide psychotherapy to individuals and groups, practising ethically and with clinical competence.
Critical engagement with relational theory
Apply relational theories, reflect on self and therapeutic relationships, and engage in ongoing personal development.
About This Course
The Master of Psychotherapy at AUT is designed for aspiring psychotherapists and those wishing to specialise in adult or child and adolescent psychotherapy. The programme offers pathways for interim registration with the Psychotherapists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand and membership in relevant professional associations. The curriculum combines research, advanced theory, clinical practice, and personal development including personal psychotherapy and supervised placements. Graduates are prepared for leadership, ethical practice, and research in the psychotherapy profession.
Course Content
- Reflexivity and relational skills
- Relational theory and ethical practice
- Clinical assessment and formulation
- Theorising psychotherapy
- Psychotherapy practice (Adult and Child & Adolescent pathways)
- Clinical placement in psychotherapy settings
- Personal psychotherapy requirement
- Māori development in health (Te Hau o te Ora, Hauora Māori)
- Research design and research project/dissertation
- Optional streams: Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy specialisation
Entry Requirements
Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy Studies or equivalent with a B grade average or higher
Build towards these roles
Registered psychotherapist (adult, child and/or adolescent)Mental health clinicianClinical supervisorTherapist in public or private sectorAcademic or researcher in psychotherapy
Build skills in these industries
HealthcareMental Health
