Bachelor of Addiction Studies
Wellington Institute of Technology (Petone)
Subject area
Counselling
Qualification
Duration
3 Years
Total student fees
$19,648
over 3 Years - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The Bachelor of Addiction Studies meets the needs of people working in the addictions, alcohol and drug field. The programme aims to provide graduates with the practitioner competencies and values of the Addiction Practitioners' Association, Aotearoa-New Zealand (DAPAANZ). According to its Code of Ethics , Alcohol and Drug practitioners are expected to be self-responsible, responsive to client needs and actively engaged in developing research-based professional knowledge. They "respect the worth, dignity and capability of every human being", and work within a diverse and multicultural society while giving effect to the spirit and intent of the Treaty of Waitangi.
The programme aims to provide graduates with modern practice skills that will enable them to work in partnership with a wide range of other professionals and in a variety of social settings. As addiction, alcohol and drug practitioners they are required to maintain their professional practice, understand and work within their limitations and continue to build their professional competence throughout their working lives.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
2 credits at NCEA level 3, including a minimum of 14 credits at level 3 in each of three subjects; or 72 NCEA credits at level 2 or higher in 4 subjects including English; or equivalent. IELTS 6.5 or proficiency in English. Special entry is available
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
3 Years
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$6,549 | $19,648 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$9,803 | $29,409 |
| Total | $16,352 | $49,057 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
93%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $48,169 |
| Earnings range | $37,731 - $54,842 |
| In employment | 75% |
| In further study | 19% |
| On a benefit | 1% |
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Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Rural Women New Zealand Education Fund
Provided by:
Rural Women New Zealand
Website:
https://ruralwomennz.nz/services/charitable-grants/
Value:
Up to $500.00
Kate Sheppard Memorial Award
Provided by:
Kate Sheppard Memorial Award Trust
Website:
https://sites.google.com/site/katesheppardawar/
Value:
$2,500
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 935 832
Phone: (04) 920 2400
Fax: (04) 920 2401
Email: information@weltec.ac.nz
Web: http://www.weltec.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
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The MyQ data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on responses to the MyQ survey provided by recent graduates of this qualification.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.