Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Duration: 6 semesters
Description
The primary objective of the Masters of Psychology (Clinical) Degree is to provide advanced education in the professional practice of psychology. The training is based on a scientist-practitioner model and is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and applied skills required by a registered practicing psychologist with an emphasis in the area of program specialisation (i.e., Clinical Psychology). The program draws from a range of theoretical perspectives informed by contemporary research and practice. The Masters by Coursework Degree integrates coursework, research and practical placement experience. Students complete a series of placement experiences under the supervision of highly qualified and experienced Supervisors, and apply best practice models to a professional standard. Upon successful completion of program requirements, graduates are eligible to apply for full registration as a Psychologist, full membership of the APS, and associate membership of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists.
Work Experience & Internships
Placements are an integral part of this program. Students will undertake practical placements as part of their clinical training.
Professional Recognition
This program is fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and has full approval of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) for the purpose of Associate Membership to the APS College of Clinical Psychologists.
Professional Outcomes
The program meets the requirements set out by the Psychology Board of Australia. Graduates will be eligible to apply for full registration after two years of provisional registration. Graduates will be eligible to apply for membership to the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and for associate membership of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists.
Scholarship
The NAHSSS Allied Health Clinical Psychology Scholarship supports students applying to commence or already enrolled in a clinical psychology postgraduate courses in Australia. Click here for more details.
Program Details
| Label |
Detail |
| Type: |
Masters Coursework |
| Mode: |
On campus |
| Starting Semester/s |
2013 May 2014 May |
| Faculty/School: |
Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Program Code: |
HS-23009 |
| CRICOS Code: |
063429E |
