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School of Public HealthGestalt Therapy ProgramMaster of Gestalt TherapyThe course is taken over one year full-time or the equivalent part-time, and is designed for mental health and human services professionals such as those involved in counselling, psychotherapy or consultancy. Gestalt therapy is an approach to working with people that is "field sensitive" (contextual and holistic), phenomenological (subjective and descriptive), dialogic and contactful (relational). Contemporary thinking about gestalt principles ensures that the approach is more than just a form of therapy, it has many applications. In particular, gestalt is a method of self-exploration that supports people to make creative adjustments to the challenges of life on personal, interpersonal and community levels. The program provides specialist education and training in the gestalt approach to working with people. The course aims to produce competent, ethical and creative practitioners capable of working in a range of health, education and community settings. Graduates of the program can expect to have developed significant personal awareness and a high level of competency in this specialist area. Admission RequirementsApplicants must have completed a three-year Bachelors degree or equivalent in a related discipline plus the Introductory Certificate, Advanced Certificate and Diploma of Gestalt Therapy offered by Gestalt Therapy Australia (or equivalent), and achieve a B grade average or above. All suitable applicants are required to attend a panel interview. Course StructureThis coursework degree will be completed over a minimum of one year full-time or equivalent. Students must complete masters level coursework units offered by Gestalt Therapy Australia (or equivalent) prior to or in conjunction with the research skills and thesis components taught by La Trobe University. The Faculty of Health Sciences has an Affiliation Agreement between La Trobe University and Gestalt Therapy Australia to recognise this association and the respective roles. Information on coursework units with Gestalt Therapy Australia: phone/fax 03 9489 6300
* Advanced Research Skills is essentially preparation for thesis writing rather than a research methods unit - consult one of the coordinators for more information. Application ProcessComplete and submit an application form and Part 2 Supplementary Form and post to: Postgraduate Office
Contact DetailsEnquiriesPostgraduate Administration Officer Course Coordinator Dr. Linsey Howie Content Approved by: Head of School
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