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POPLHLTH 733
: Health Promotion Theory and Models2022 Semester One (1223)
Examines the values, theories and practice models of health promotion and in particular, an approach to the social determinants of health and health equity that seeks to empower individuals and groups to deal with these issues.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1027
POPLHLTH 734
: Health Promotion Strategies2022 Semester Two (1225)
An overview of key strategies designed to promote health, with an emphasis on healthy public policy, partnerships, community action and advocacy and ways to link local, national and global actions. Practical and creative approaches to health promotion planning are explored through case studies, invited practitioners and the development of a group project with outcomes of empowerment and health gain.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1028
POPLHLTH 735
: Mental Health Development: Theory and Principles2022 Semester One (1223)
Mental Health Development (MHD) represents an emergent paradigm in the mental health sector, one which emphasises strengths, resilience and positive quality of life. It is applicable to all people, including those with mental illness, and to all aspects of mental health and social services. The course has a particular focus on the treatment and recovery for individuals affected by mental health problems.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1029
POPLHLTH 736
: Mental Health Promotion2022 Semester Two (1225)
Examines the central role that positive mental health and well-being plays in the health of populations. It focuses on understanding the determinants of mental health and the processes by which these determinants affect mental health. The theory and application of mental health promotion practice, encompassing strategies for action at the societal, community and individual level, are discussed.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1030
POPLHLTH 739
: Pacific Health2022 Semester One (1223)
Examines a wide range of health issues related to Pacific health. Provides an in-depth analysis with evidence of the global, regional and local issues that determines the health of the Pacific population both in the Pacific region and in New Zealand.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1031
POPLHLTH 746
: Ethics, Culture and Societal Approaches to Death2022 Semester Two (1225)
Approaches to death by Māori and other cultures. Resource and legal issues in the New Zealand context. Ethical issues: euthanasia versus palliative care, privacy, living wills and end of life medical decision-making; particularly treatment abatement. Duties after death, the nature of teamwork, the multidisciplinary nature of palliative care, the role of volunteers, emotional self care for palliative care providers, and home versus residential care.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1032
POPLHLTH 760
: Principles of Public Health2022 Semester Two (1225)
Consideration of the principles underlying the modern practice of public health. Students examine the major core concepts in public health, including determinants of health, health equity, environments and health, health promotion and health systems.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1033
POPLHLTH 760
: Principles of Public Health2022 Semester One (1223)
Consideration of the principles underlying the modern practice of public health. Students examine the major core concepts in public health, including determinants of health, health equity, environments and health, health promotion and health systems.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1034
POPLHLTH 765
: Nutrition Interventions in Public Health2022 Semester Two (1225)
Explores the use of community-based nutrition interventions to reduce nutrition-related health inequalities, and focuses on the use of appropriate theories to understand the nutrition issue; the use of data and research in the design of evidence based nutrition interventions; and the design of rigorous evaluation plans to determine the effectiveness of the intervention.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1035
POPLHLTH 767
: Health Services Research Methods2022 Semester One (1223)
Focuses on teaching the knowledge and practical skills to conduct health services research. The course follows through the typical research process drawing on a range of different methodologies and methods, both quantitative and qualitative, to develop and answer research questions relating to the accessibility, quality and cost of health care and the improvement of health outcomes.
Restriction: POPLHLTH 702
1036
POPLHLTH 768
: Special Studies in Addiction and Mental Health2022 Semester One (1223)
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1037
POPLHLTH 769
: Interpersonal and Family Violence2022 Semester One (1223)
Explores the magnitude and consequences of the problem of, and contributing factors to, interpersonal and family violence. Examines some of the major violence prevention and intervention activities currently undertaken in New Zealand. Considers how effective practices and policies might be disseminated at the individual, community, and national levels. Themes include: the epidemiology of violence, causes of violence, developing and evaluating interventions, and violence as a health issue.
Restriction: SOCHLTH 751
1038
POPLHLTH 776
: Public Health in Practice2022 Semester Two (1225)
Students will apply population health concepts, principles and methodologies from formal course work to current public health problems, and develop skills in communicating their solutions to a range of diverse audiences, while critically reflecting on their own position.
Prerequisite: 45 points from Master of Public Health Schedule
1039
POPLHLTH 776
: Public Health in Practice2022 Semester One (1223)
Students will apply population health concepts, principles and methodologies from formal course work to current public health problems, and develop skills in communicating their solutions to a range of diverse audiences, while critically reflecting on their own position.
Prerequisite: 45 points from Master of Public Health Schedule
1040
POPLPRAC 702
: Adult Mental Health and CBT Skills for Primary Care2022 Semester One (1223)
A clinically focused course providing an overview of the recognition and management of adult mental health in primary care and other healthcare settings. Topics and content will enable an examination of mental illness in New Zealand including cultural approaches and epidemiology, assessment, identification, treatment and management options. Content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety) and long term conditions (bipolar disorder and schizophrenia). Topics will include recovery, resilience, CBT techniques and the effect of alcohol and drugs.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1041
POPLPRAC 707
: Theory and Skills in Counselling Practice2022 Semester Two (1225)
The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1042
POPLPRAC 708A
: Assessment and Intervention with Addiction2022 Semester One (1223)
Develops understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with clients having co-existing problems, specifically those most affected by alcohol and drug issues. It focuses on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug-specific interventions and culturally-specific approaches working with individuals, whānau, and communities. It will involve regular review of practice using case-based scenarios filmed with feedback from tutors, mentors and peers.
Corequisite: POPLHLTH 737, POPLPRAC 707
To complete this course students must enrol in POPLPRAC 708 A and B
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POPLPRAC 712
: Project Planning for Lifestyle Change2022 Semester Two (1225)
Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental healthcare settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1044
POPLPRAC 720
: Psychosocial Issues in Palliative Care2022 Semester One (1223)
The psychological and social study of patients with cancer or active, progressive disease, unresponsive to curative treatment. Existential philosophy and models of coping with suffering, communication in palliative care, psychiatric disorders in palliative care, and bereavement.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1045
POPLPRAC 722
: Symptom Management in Palliative Care2022 Semester One (1223)
Assessment and management of pain, nausea and vomiting, respiratory symptoms, delirium, and other symptoms commonly encountered in palliative care and at the end of life, together with an overview of palliative care emergencies, the role of radiotherapy in symptom management, and issues around nutrition and hydration at the end of life.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1046
POPLPRAC 723
: Advanced Symptom Management in Palliative Care2022 Semester Two (1225)
Advanced concepts in the assessment and management of symptoms and situations, including the more challenging ones encountered within the palliative care approach to malignant and non-malignant advanced diseases.
Prerequisite: POPLPRAC 722
1047
POPLPRAC 754
: Infant, Child and Adolescent Primary Mental Health2022 Semester Two (1225)
Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of mental health in the under-eighteen age group. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers attachment, early intervention, development, risk assessment, resilience and families. Topics include depression, anxiety disorders, substance use, eating disorders, first episode psychosis, pain, somatic presentations, disruptive behaviour disorders and common behavioural problems.
No pre-requisites or restrictions
1048
POPLPRAC 758
: Biology of Ageing2022 Semester One (1223)
The systematic analysis of the physiological changes in ageing and the relationship of these changes to current beliefs and theories around the ageing process. Current issues around biogerontology are discussed.
Restriction: POPLHLTH 749
1049
POPLPRAC 765
: Coexisting Problems: Theory and Principles2022 Semester One (1223)
Develops further knowledge and skills in working effectively with clients who suffer from coexisting mental health and addiction problems. Students will be presented with research and theory on existent problems and will examine recent developments in intervention strategies.
Prerequisite: POPLPRAC 708 or equivalent experience
1050
PROFCOUN 700
: Counselling In Youth Mentoring2022 Semester One (1223)
Theories and concepts of youth mentoring and positive youth development will be examined in relation to practice as youth counsellors. Students will engage in weekly psychoeducational group and one to one counselling sessions on campus with at-risk youth as part of a therapeutic mentoring programme. Lecture topics include counselling skills for youth, effective and ethical mentoring relationships, and risk assessment.
Prerequisite: Approval from the Course Director
Restriction: EDUC 747, SOCYOUTH 300
Restriction: EDUC 747, SOCYOUTH 300