Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Health Sciences (Wellness and Rehabilitation)
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-07-15 | - |
| 2025-02-17 | - |
| 2025-07-21 | - |
Program Overview
The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Health Sciences (Wellness and Rehabilitation) from SIT equips professionals with advanced knowledge and skills in health, wellness, and rehabilitation. Delivered through HyFlex learning, this program offers flexibility and accessibility, empowering students to enhance their qualifications and excel in their careers. Graduates are well-prepared for roles in various sectors, including ACC case management, advanced massage therapy, and health promotion.
Program Outline
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Health Sciences (Wellness and Rehabilitation)
Degree Overview
Overview:
The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Health Sciences (Wellness and Rehabilitation) is designed for wellness and rehabilitation practitioners and recent graduates who wish to enhance their qualifications and skills. This program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of health, wellness, and rehabilitation principles, empowering them to excel in their professional careers.
Objectives:
- Upgrade participants' qualifications and advance their careers in the wellness and rehabilitation industry.
- Equip students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in health, wellness, and rehabilitation.
- Develop participants' abilities to use an interdisciplinary and client-centered approach to wellness and rehabilitation.
- Enhance participants' expertise in delivering quality integrated wellness and rehabilitation programs.
Program Description:
The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Health Sciences (Wellness and Rehabilitation) is delivered through HyFlex learning, incorporating both online and face-to-face components. This program offers flexibility and accessibility, allowing students to learn from anywhere. Full-time and part-time options are available to accommodate diverse learning preferences.
Structure:
The program comprises 120 credits, including a compulsory course and a selection of approved courses from a specified list.
Compulsory Course:
- WR800 Wellness and Rehabilitation Principles
Approved Courses:
- WR804 Cardiovascular, Pulmonary and Metabolic Health
- WR805 Musculoskeletal and Neurological Rehabilitation
- WR806 Pain Assessment and Management
Outline
Program Content:
The program focuses on various aspects of health, wellness, and rehabilitation, including:
- Wellness and rehabilitation principles
- Lifestyle wellness coaching
- Interdisciplinary and client-centered approaches
- Pain management
- Musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation
- Cardiovascular, pulmonary and metabolic health
- Nutrition for wellness
- Design and implementation of integrated wellness and rehabilitation programs
- Case management
- Empowerment strategies
Structure:
The program is structured as follows:
- 120 credits total
- HyFlex learning (online and face-to-face components)
Module Descriptions:
- WR800 Wellness and Rehabilitation Principles: This module focuses on developing knowledge and skills in lifestyle wellness coaching, enabling students to guide individuals towards achieving their personal, health, and fitness goals. Additionally, students will learn to apply interdisciplinary and client-centered approaches to enhance lifestyle management and healthy outcomes.
- WR804 Cardiovascular, Pulmonary and Metabolic Health: This module explores the dynamics of cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic health and wellness. Students will delve into the interrelationships of physical activity, exercise physiology, and exercise prescription to inform advanced wellness practices. Participants will design and implement integrated wellness and rehabilitation programs for clients with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic health conditions.
- WR805 Musculoskeletal and Neurological Rehabilitation: This module focuses on musculoskeletal and neurological health and wellness, building upon knowledge of the body's response to physical activity and normal anatomical/physiological functions. Students will analyze altered health states and explore the integration of physical activity, exercise physiology, and exercise prescription within advanced wellness practices. Participants will design and implement integrated wellness and rehabilitation programs for clients with musculoskeletal and neurological health conditions.
- WR806 Pain Assessment and Management: This module equips students with a holistic understanding of pain assessment and management. Students will learn and apply interdisciplinary and client-centered approaches to pain management in clinical or industry settings, enhancing lifestyle management and healthy outcomes. Students will critically examine diverse perspectives and strategies related to nutrition, with a specific focus on New Zealand populations.
Other Resources:
- SIT website: https://www.sit.ac.nz/programmes/postgraduate-diploma-in-applied-health-sciences-wellness-and-rehabilitation
- SIT course descriptions: https://www.sit.ac.nz/programmes/postgraduate-diploma-in-applied-health-sciences-wellness-and-rehabilitation#course-descriptions
Assessment
Assessment Methods:
The program employs various assessment methods, including:
- Assignments
- Case studies
- Presentations
- Examinations
- Practical demonstrations
Assessment Criteria:
Assessments are based on criteria that align with the learning outcomes of each module. Criteria typically focus on students' ability to:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key concepts
- Apply knowledge and skills to real-world scenarios
- Analyze and interpret data
- Communicate effectively
- Demonstrate professional practice skills
Teaching
Teaching Methods:
The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Online learning activities
- Practical demonstrations
Faculty:
The program is taught by experienced and qualified faculty members with expertise in health, wellness, and rehabilitation.
Unique Approaches:
The program employs a unique HyFlex learning approach, providing students with the flexibility to learn on-campus or online. This approach caters to diverse learning preferences and schedules.
Careers
Career Paths:
Graduates of this program may pursue careers in various sectors, including:
- ACC case management
- Advanced massage therapy
- Clinical leadership and specialist roles
- Complementary and integrative medicine
- Disability support services
- Health promotion
- Rehabilitation
- Spa/clinical practice management
- Specialist advisor and health management
- Wellness and life style coaching
Career Opportunities:
Graduates may find employment in both private and public sectors, with potential roles such as:
- ACC case manager
- Advanced massage therapy practitioner
- Clinical leader
- Clinical specialist
- Complementary and integrative medicine professional
- Disability support services manager/professional
- Health promotion advisor
- Rehabilitation professional
- Spa/clinical practice manager
- Specialist advisor
- Health management professional
- Wellness and life style coach
Career Outcomes:
Graduates of this program are well-equipped to excel in a variety of careers related to health, wellness, and rehabilitation. They possess the knowledge, skills, and professional qualities necessary to make significant contributions to the industry.
Application Criteria:
- Completion of a bachelor's degree or graduate diploma in a relevant field with at least a B grade average at Level 7.
- Special admission based on relevant industry experience is available under exceptional circumstances.
Satisfactory Completion:
Successful completion of the program requires earning 120 credits, including all required papers.
Additional Resources:
- SIT website: https://www.sit.ac.nz/programmes/postgraduate-diploma-in-applied-health-sciences-wellness-and-rehabilitation
- SIT course descriptions: https://www.sit.ac.nz/programmes/postgraduate-diploma-in-applied-health-sciences-wellness-and-rehabilitation#course-descriptions
