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Postgraduate Certificate in Occupational Therapy Practice

Otago Polytechnic

Subject area

Occupational Therapy

Duration

16 Weeks

Total student fees

$4,390

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The aim of the Postgraduate Certificate in Occupational Therapy Practice is to produce occupational therapists with highly developed professional reasoning skills who can lead advancements in occupational therapy practice within their team and/or profession. They will be able to critically analyse advanced theoretical and /or specialised knowledge in relation to occupational therapy practice. Utilising current research, they will be expert in the application of evidence informed- practice and contribute to improved outcomes for the people they work with.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

Occupational therapists entering this programme must hold a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent. Applicants holding an equivalent qualification must be from a World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) approved programme.

Detailed requirements

See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.


Duration

16 Weeks


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$4,390 $4,390
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$6,583 $6,583
Total $10,973 $10,973

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

100%


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 N/A
Earnings range N/A
In employment N/A
In further study N/A
On a benefit N/A

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Free phone: 0800 762 786
Phone: (03) 477 3014
Fax: (03) 471 6870
Email: info@op.ac.nz
Web: https://www.op.ac.nz/

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Where does this information come from?

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