Doctor of Psychology (Clinical)

Course Details

Interrelated streams of theory, research and practice provide the skills needed to become a registered psychologist. Our award winning teaching strategies and learning resources, include simulation and competency-based assessment approaches. The course is based on the scientist/practitioner model that rests firmly on a foundation of established knowledge and current evidence-based research. Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) covers clinical psychology across the lifespan and also includes a focus on the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and families. You will have opportunities to develop clinical skills in our unique clinics imbedded in public mental health and through placements in an array of community agencies. You will undertake a program of independent supervised research that makes a significant and original contribution to the knowledge and practice of clinical psychology.

Qualification: Doctor Degree (By Coursework)

Course structure: 24 credit points covering three strands: theory, research and practice.

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