Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Whitireia and WelTecPostgraduate Certificate in Nursing
This course is available
On-Campus, Online
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Petone Campus
Summary
This clinically focused programme is for registered nurses new to Mental Health, Addiction, or Intellectual Disability services. Credits may be gained towards Master's study.
Programme outlineThe Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing builds on the registered nurse's existing knowledge and experience, in a learning environment that supports the acquisition of knowledge and skills for practice in mental health nursing. Ākonga attend theory blocks and/or tutorials at the Porirua campus.
More detail about this qualification Mental Health and Addiction Strand (including change of scope of practice)This programme is offered to registered nurses in their first year of practice in mental health, addiction, or intellectual disability services; or for registered nurses wanting to change their scope of practice to include mental health nursing. Te Pou funding is available for nurses employed in a Ministry of Health funded mental health service for a minimum of 0.7 FTE per week.
HSC8316: Contemporary Mental Health and Addiction Nursing (60 credits)In this course you will explore contemporary mental health and addictions practice in Aotearoa, New Zealand, including the socio-political and professional issues and how these issues relate to clinical practice.
HCS8326: Professional Practice in Mental Health and Addiction Nursing (60 credits)This course will provide you with supported entry into specialty mental health and addiction nursing, through the development of confidence and competence within the professional practice setting.
Course outlinesEntry criteria
Registered nurses with a current New Zealand practising certificate, Bachelor degree or equivalent; currently employed in a relevant clinical setting.
Change of scope strand must have approval from the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
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