Study the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences (PGDipHealSc) in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Apply Cognitive Behaviour Therapy directly in practice
At Otago, you learn from clinical psychologists with extensive Cognitive Behaviour Therapy experience while applying new approaches directly within your own professional practice. Teaching combines three one-week block courses held either online or in Wellington, online tutorials, supervision, and clinical casework. You will join a learning community focused on culturally responsive care, evidence-based practice, and improving outcomes for people experiencing complex mental health and addiction challenges.
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Programme details
Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences (PGDipHealSc)
Admission to the Programme
- Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
- Every applicant must
- be a graduate or possess an appropriate health professional qualification requiring at least three years' full-time tertiary study;
- if enrolling for an endorsed diploma, have experience of or be currently working in the relevant field of health care.
Structure of the Programme
- The programme of study shall consist of approved papers, to the value of 120 points, which must be as specified in the schedule of endorsed options if the diploma is to be endorsed in an area of specialisation.
- With approval from the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences), papers to the value of 60 points in a relevant or related subject offered by another university or tertiary institution may be credited to the diploma.
- The papers shall constitute a coherent and integrated programme of study in the Health Sciences discipline.
- A candidate who has completed the requirements for the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences shall be exempted from those papers in the programme for the diploma which have been previously passed for the certificate.
Duration of the Programme
- A candidate for the diploma shall normally follow a programme of study for not less than one year of full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study.
- A full-time candidate shall complete the requirements for the diploma within two years of admission to the programme and a part-time candidate shall complete the requirements within four years.
Level of Award of the Diploma
The diploma may be awarded with distinction or with credit.
Variations
The Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences) may in exceptional circumstances approve a course of study which does not comply with these regulations.
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Study Cognitive Behaviour Therapy at Otago
Join a programme connected to real communities
Otago’s Cognitive Behaviour Therapy programme is designed for Aotearoa’s mental health and addiction workforce. You will engage with current research developments, specialist clinical expertise, and practical supervision that supports confident therapeutic practice. The programme focuses on helping professionals respond effectively to complex presentations while strengthening the care provided to individuals, whānau, and communities across New Zealand.
