Postgraduate Diploma in Whanau Development

Massey University

Subject area

Tikanga - Māori Customs

Qualification

Check out Fees Free to see whether you are eligible for a year of fees-free study or two years industry training. Contact your provider to confirm your study options meet the criteria.

Entry requirements

Appropriate degree or equivalent. Relevant work in a related area to whanau development within three years of application for admission.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

Graduates will demonstrate confidence in interacting with whanau and Maori communities, and knowledge in relation to whanau endeavours. Graduates will have an understanding of whanau dynamics and whanau in society. They will be able to discuss barriers and opportunities, will have an understanding of whanau structures, functional capacities and indicators of whanau wellbeing, and will be able to utilise research to inform whanau development. They will have an advanced understanding of whanau dynamics and the impact of policies, be able to plan and implement interventions in a particular area of whanau development and undertake research.