Master of Clinical Psychology
M6046MClinPsych
- Credit points
- 96
- Duration
- 2 yr full-time
- Qualification
- Level 9 - Master's Degree (Coursework)
- Faculty
- Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
- Campus
- Clayton
This course integrates advanced practitioner training with industry-based research training to prepare you for work as a Clinical Psychologist. Clinical Psychologists use their knowledge of psychology and mental health for the assessment, diagnosis, formulation, treatment and prevention of psychological problems and mental illness across the lifespan. The course is founded on a commitment to excellence in clinical training and clinical research that can positively impact the brain and mental health of the community. You will gain generalised and specialised clinical skills to manage complex mental health problems, that is culturally responsive, in order to help people thrive. You will learn from passionate clinical educators through coursework and expert clinical supervisors across three placements. You will also conduct a clinical research project that has scope to positively impact the community under the guidance of experienced academics. This course is 2 years of study that represents the fifth and sixth year of study in Psychology. This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).
Structure
You must complete the following units. You must complete all units to satisfy the requirements of the Master of Clinical Psychology.
- PSY5102Psychological assessment⤳
- PSY5103Ethical, legal and professional practice⤳
- PSY5104Cognitive and behavioural therapies: Processes and applications A⤳
- PSY5105Clinical developmental psychology⤳
- PSY5106Psychopathology A⤳
- PSY5107Psychopathology B⤳
- PSY5109Cognitive and behavioural therapies: Processes and applications B⤳
- PSY5110Clinical psychology research proposal⤳
- PSY5204Advanced clinical practice⤳
- PSY5207Health psychology and behavioural medicine⤳
- PSY5210Research methods for inquiry and practice in clinical psychology⤳
- PSY5211Clinical psychology research project⤳
You must complete the following units