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Graduate Diploma in Addiction and Mental Health
Campus North Terrace Campus
Degree Type Graduate Diploma
Duration
1 year
full-time
or
part-time
equiv.
SATAC Code 3GD054
2011
ATAR
N/A
- Program Outline
This academic program will provide students with a broad educational experience covering the scientific basis of addiction, mental health and related comorbidities, comparative epidemiology, evidence-based interventions, research methodology and national addictions and mental health policy. By providing scientifically grounded instruction taught by experts in the areas of addiction, mental health and related comorbidities, it is intended that this program will develop professionals who are well prepared to work effectively in these key areas.
- Program Structure
The Graduate Diploma in Addiction and Mental Health is a 24 unit program. It comprises of 4 courses of 6 units each. These are Drugs and Drug Problems (6 units), Responses to Drug Problems (6 units), Mental Health (6 units) and Coexisting Addiction and Mental Health Disorders (6 units).
- Assessment
May include essays, case studies, annotated bibliographies, exams, study portfolios, tutorial participation and other assignments
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I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 3GD054 Annual tuition fees Australian Full-fee place: $7,500Mid-year entry? Yes Enquiries Student Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent and relevant work experience.Additional Entry Requirements
Applicants must complete an "Additional Information Request Form", available at www.health.adelaide.edu.au/nursing/students/future/programs/. This form should be submitted within ten working days after applying to SATAC. Applicants must provide a Curriculum Vitae with the form.How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3GD054International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
Not offered to international students.
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The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2012 (refer to the program rules).
Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.Semester I
- Mental Health (Semester 1 or Semester 2)
- Drugs and Drug Problems (Semester 1 only)
- Coexisting Addiction and Mental Health Disorders (Semester 1 or Semester 2)
Semester II
- Mental Health (Semester 1 or Semester 2)
- Responses to Drug Problems (Semester 2 only)
- Coexisting Addiction and Mental Health Disorders (Semester 1 or Semester 2)
- Career Opportunities
Senior roles in drug and alcohol work, policy, research, management
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Last updated: Tuesday, 20 Dec 2011
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