Program Overview

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Te Taha Wairua for Enrolled Nurses in Mental Health and Addictions (Micro-credential)

Overview

This micro-credential is designed for enrolled nurses working in mental health and addiction practice. It introduces the context of mental health and addiction nursing, along with key concepts relating to safe practice within Aotearoa New Zealand.

Program Details

Level

6

Campus

Distance

Start Date

01/09/2025

Duration

8 weeks

Domestic Fees

$1,361 (indicative for 2025 intake)

Program Structure

This micro-credential is one in a series of four, which includes:

• Te Taha Hinengaro (15 Credits)
• Te Taha Tinana (15 Credits)
• Te Taha Wairua (15 Credits)
• Te Taha Whanau (15 Credits)

These micro-credentials are suitable for all registered enrolled nurses, whether working in primary, secondary, or tertiary mental health and addiction settings.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of all four micro-credentials, students are eligible to apply for Proficient on the PDRP framework for Enrolled Nurses.

Program Content

• Exploring wairua practices
• Sensory Modulation and Therapeutic Milieu
• Moral inquiry
• Holistic health care

Entry Requirements

• Letter of Support confirming the student is a registered enrolled nurse currently working in a primary, secondary, or tertiary mental health and addiction setting.

Program Delivery

• Learning is delivered online, except for the one-day on-campus orientation at the beginning of the course.
• Learning includes online tutorials, self-directed learning (approximately 2-4 hours per week), and practical components.

Additional Information

• This micro-credential is worth 15 credits and is delivered over 8 weeks.
• Please upload the Letter of Support as part of the Online Application in the Additional Information section.