Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Psychology Practice

Victoria University of Wellington

Subject area

Education Studies

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Entry requirements

This programme has both theoretical and practicum work in the field of educational psychology. Students complete 1500 hours of supervised practice in educational and community based settings. Courses include professional identity, ethical, and legal issues; and specialist assessment and intervention in educational and community-based settings.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to work in education and community-related contexts as educational psychologists. As specialists in interventions and assessment, they will engage in evidence-based practices in the field of educational psychology and inclusive education. Graduates have the academic requirements to apply for registration as psychologists within the Education Scope of Practice with the New Zealand Psychologists Board. They will become educational psychologists or leaders in other areas of the education sector. Some graduates may be able to continue to a PhD.

What graduates earn

Graduates who studied Curriculum and Education Studies at this level can earn:

$58,000

Median earnings one year after study

$63,000

Median earnings two years after study

$76,000

Median earnings five years after study

Status one year after study

Employment rate two years after study

72%

Employment rate two years after study

Data as at November 2022

Contact details

Main Campus Office

Free phone: 0800 842 864
Phone: (04) 472 1000
Fax: (04) 499 4601
Email: info-desk@vuw.ac.nz
Web: http://www.vuw.ac.nz

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Sources

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