Bachelor of Social Services (Specialty)
Otago Polytechnic
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Social Services is a 3-year, Level 7 degree worth 360 credits, offered in Dunedin. It prepares students to work professionally with individuals, families, whānau and communities who may need support with personal, social, mental-health or wellbeing challenges.
Students learn about human behaviour, communication, ethics, social justice, cultural diversity, legislation, leadership and professional social-service practice. They also learn how to help people identify their strengths, overcome challenges and connect with suitable community services and resources.
Academic
Higher Secondary Education / Grade 12 / NEB +2 or an equivalent qualification with Minimum 2.8 GPA.
English Proficiency
IELTS: 6.5/6.5
Career Outcome
- Community counselling agencies
- Counsellor
- Disability Support Advocate/Worker
- Mental Health Advisor
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Non-Government Organisations
- School counselling services
- Wellbeing Coach
- Whānau Ora Navigator
- Youth Worker
Majors
- Counselling
- Mental Health and Wellbeing
Graduate Eligibility
- A Levels
- CBSC
- NEB
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