Overview

This Counselling and Addiction Practice course from Wellington Institute of Technologydevelops graduates who are able to practice professionally according to the values and ethics of the Addiction Practitioners’ Association, Aotearoa-New Zealand (DAPAANZ) and the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC).

Key facts

You are required to attend on-site block courses at the Whitireia (Porirua) campus, as well as complete online learning, which you will need to self manage. This programme uses a blended teaching approach to enable the development of skills and knowledge. These may include active learning, self-directed, tutor directed learning, online learning, tutorials, workplace learning (practicum), simulated workplace learning, self and peer assessment, group work, professional supervision, reflective practice.

Programme Structure

Course structure:

Year one introduces ākonga to a range of counselling approaches, concepts of mental health, society and social justice, tiriti o waitangi, indigenous knowledge and varies theories, that impact themselves, clients and the community.
Year two is aimed at developing the students understanding of research, approaches to counselling and addictions practice skills with individuals, families/whānau in a professional setting.
Year three consolidates practice and theory knowledge in preparation for undertaking the roles and responsibilities of the industry. Preparing ākonga for membership to NZAC NZCCA and DAPAANZ.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-06 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Porirua, New Zealand

Disciplines

Psychology Counselling Psychology View 41 other Bachelors in Psychology in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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79

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Other requirements

General requirements

Domestic
University Entrance or equivalent study/work experience; and evidence of suitability based on interview, health declaration; safety check and referee reports.
International
Academic IELTS 6.5 in each band, or equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25000 NZD / year

≈ 25000 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

8372 NZD / year

≈ 8372 NZD / year

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