This is a future year subject and may change.

Overview

In this subject you will develop a deep understanding of contemporary requirements to practice psychology in Australia, including ethics, assessment and diagnosis, psychological and pharmacological interventions, and communication. Your developed knowledge and skills will prepare you to take the National Psychology Exam.

Portfolio

Office of the Provost

Subject coordinator

Jordan Hince

Subject type

Postgraduate

Year level

Year Level 5 - Masters

AQF level

Level 9 - Masters Degree

Available as elective

No

Available to study abroad / exchange students

No

Capstone subject

No

Academic progress review - Schedule A subject

No

Subject instances

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Learning resources

- Book - The elements of applied psychological practice in Australia

Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Ethical and Social Responsibility

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Analyse and apply evidence based ethical reasoning to complex issues in professional practice.
2.
Synthesise and apply advanced knowledge of assessment and diagnosis practices which effectively address the needs of clients and referral sources.
3.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of evidence informed psychological and pharmacological interventions appropriate to clients and other core stakeholders in diverse professional practice contexts.
4.
Interpret and synthesise psychological principles and practices to promote knowledge sharing amongst diverse clients and multidisciplinary colleagues.

Learning activities

Reading, seminars, online discussions, online quizzes

Requisite rules

Prerequisite: Must be admitted into HM013O