Certificate in Counselling Studies

... New Zealand
... University of Canterbury

Course Overview

For those wanting to add counselling theory and skills to their health or education profession, the Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling Studies (PGCertCounSt) will provide the knowledge and practice to enhance your professional helping skills with a range of clients, students, or colleagues.

The PGCertCounSt is also an ideal pathway into applying for the Master of Counselling, a degree which enables graduates to obtain provisional membership with the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC).

General Eligibility

To qualify for entry to the PGCertCounSt, you will need to have completed an Aotearoa New Zealand bachelor’s degree with a B Grade Point Average or higher in your 300-level courses, or equivalent, and be approved to enrol.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each component).

Programme Information
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Course Category

Psychology


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Campus Name

Christchurch


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Part-time, 1 year


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Available Intake

February


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IELTS Score


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Tuition Fees Range

4454,

20500, (INT)


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