Wintec Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling)

About the Programme

The Wintec Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling) will be delivered by the School of Social Services. Graduates of the MIT Diploma(s) in Counselling will be eiigible to enter Year three of the degree. Please contact the Programme Administrator for details. It consists of training at MIT and an off-site internship, which includes two placements in a counselling agency and supervision (fees for supervision payable by the student).

Please note this programme is pending approval

Entry Requirements

Candidates are required to have:

• a minimum of 60 credits at NCEA Level 2 across four subjects (including English), or equivalent or 42 credits at NCEA Level 3 across 3 subjects, or equivalent or NCEA University Entrance or equivalent.
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• As an alternative to the entry requirements candidates for the degree with endorsement in Counselling may be granted entry if they have gained one of the following Level 4 certificates: Certificate in Social Services, National Certificate in Mental Health - Mental Health Support Work, National Certificate in Social Services
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• Have successfully completed a 60 credit, level 4 qualification in the areas of Social Science, Health Sciences or Education e.g. Certificate in Social Services (with specialisations in Youth and Community Development) or equivalent
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•  Gained a minimum of 30 credits in the same areas at Level 5 or above.
  
• All applicants must provide two satisfactory referee statements.
• All applicants are required to indicate whether they have been convicted of, or are being prosecuted for, a criminal offence. Prior to commencing the programme all successful candidates will be required to complete a police vetting form. Some types of criminal conviction may limit the ability to secure practicum placements and therefore complete the programme.
• Candidates whose first language is not English or Maori, or who did not undertake their secondary schooling in English, will be required to demonstrate English language competency by having gained an overall International English Language Test Score (IELTS) of 6.5 in all academic bands.
  

Interview Process
Counselling students will have an individual interview and will be assessed on:

Personal development and maturity (usually applicants need to be at least 25 years of age)
Social services experience
Openness to new ideas
An ability and/or interest in working with people

Selection Requirements
Where the number of eligible applicants exceeds the number of places available a first come first served policy will apply.

Notice of Outcome
All applicants will be notified in writing of the outcome of their application. Unsuccessful applicants will be informed of the reason their application is unsuccessful and provided with information on alternative learning pathways and possible options to enhance future applications

Cost

$4,400 (annual average)

Programme Summary

Graduates will be able to demonstrate well consolidated counselling practice framed by an integrated practice model, the New Zealand Association of Counsellors’ Code of Ethics and drawing on a well-grounded understanding of at least two counselling theories

All streams incorporate core courses that enable students to counsel adults. One stream provides training in general counselling, and the other stream provides specialist training in working with children and young people.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the diploma are qualified to counsel in a range of agencies in the community and in schools.

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