About the course

Become familiar with different approaches to respond to violence and trauma, and assist with healing with the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science in Violence and Trauma Studies.

　　This postgraduate certificate caters to community agency workers, social workers, counsellors, group workers, psychotherapists, probation officers, refugee workers, the military, the police, marae and iwi services, prison workers, teachers, occupational therapists, Civil Defence, health workers, health promoters and first responder emergency services.

　　This violence and trauma studies programme suits professionals working with children, young people, adults, families and whānau experiencing interpersonal violence and trauma, drug and alcohol issues, mental health issues, and disability issues. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Northcote
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Northcote
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Northcote
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Manukau
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Northcote
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Manukau
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Northcote
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Northcote

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for Auckland University of Technology

Must have completed the following or equivalent:

　　Bachelor of Health Science, OR

　　Graduate Diploma in Health Science, OR

　　Relevant professional practice or experience in a related health field equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.

　　IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0. TOEFL IBT - 90.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Auckland University of Technology. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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