Psychology
A course by
AUT
A two-year full-time (or part-time) master's degree preparing students for professional practice as psychotherapists, eligible for registration and membership with leading psychotherapy boards in New Zealand.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
North Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 2 years

Graduates will have the skills and knowledge to practice as psychotherapists, eligible for interim registration with the Psychotherapists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Students will be able to demonstrate reflexivity, relational abilities, and advanced clinical assessment and formulation skills.

The Master of Psychotherapy at AUT is designed for students wishing to become psychotherapists, offering robust training in psychotherapy theory, clinical skills, research, and ethical practice. The programme features both general psychotherapy and a child and adolescent specialisation. Graduates meet requirements for interim registration with the Psychotherapists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand and associations relevant to their chosen focus. Coursework integrates academic study, research, and supervised clinical placements, culminating in a research dissertation.
What you need to know first
Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy Studies or equivalent with a B grade average or higher

Mental Health
Psychotherapy
Counselling
Healthcare
Health and Social Services

Registered Psychotherapist
Psychology
A course by
AUT
A two-year full-time (or part-time) master's degree preparing students for professional practice as psychotherapists, eligible for registration and membership with leading psychotherapy boards in New Zealand.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
North Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 2 years

Graduates will have the skills and knowledge to practice as psychotherapists, eligible for interim registration with the Psychotherapists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Students will be able to demonstrate reflexivity, relational abilities, and advanced clinical assessment and formulation skills.

The Master of Psychotherapy at AUT is designed for students wishing to become psychotherapists, offering robust training in psychotherapy theory, clinical skills, research, and ethical practice. The programme features both general psychotherapy and a child and adolescent specialisation. Graduates meet requirements for interim registration with the Psychotherapists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand and associations relevant to their chosen focus. Coursework integrates academic study, research, and supervised clinical placements, culminating in a research dissertation.
What you need to know first
Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy Studies or equivalent with a B grade average or higher

Mental Health
Psychotherapy
Counselling
Healthcare
Health and Social Services

Registered Psychotherapist
Ability to design, conduct, and critically evaluate research in the context of psychotherapy practice.
References and a police check are required
Evidence of personal suitability (may require interview)
Additional requirements for Child and Adolescent specialisation: must be capable of meeting the Children's Act 2014 requirements, including police clearance
Psychotherapy roles in health and community organisations
Academic or clinical research positions
Ability to design, conduct, and critically evaluate research in the context of psychotherapy practice.
References and a police check are required
Evidence of personal suitability (may require interview)
Additional requirements for Child and Adolescent specialisation: must be capable of meeting the Children's Act 2014 requirements, including police clearance
Psychotherapy roles in health and community organisations
Academic or clinical research positions