PSYC6501

Professional and Ethical Practice

Faculty of Science and Information Technology School of Psychology

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Available in 2013

Callaghan Campus	Semester 1

Previously offered in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Introduces students to the foundations of professional and ethical practice, and includes teaching on the 'scientist-professional' model, evidence-based practice, ethics and codes of conduct, relevant legislation, record keeping and report writing, practice management, the organisational contexts for the practice of psychology, personal safety, negotiation skills and conflict resolution, and respect for diversity, including indigenous and multicultural issues.

Objectives

At the conclusion of the semester students will be able to:
1. Define the various roles of psychologists within the organisational contexts of their professional practice.
2. Understand the legal and ethical constraints on their practice and be able to work within them.
3. Write, clear, concise and relevant reports and keep appropriate records of their work.
4. Demonstrate sensitivity to human diversity, including intercultural and indigenous issues.

Content

. The 'scientist-professional' model and evidence-based practice.
. Professional ethics and codes of conduct.
. Legislation relating to the professional practice of psychology.
. Record keeping, report writing, and practice management.
. The organisational contexts for the practice of psychology.
. Diversity, including indigenous and multicultural issues.
. Personal health and safety, including stress management and aggression minimisation.
. Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Replacing Course(s)

None

Transition

Not applicable

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

It is assumed that students will have completed a four-year program in Psychology that has been accredited by the Australian Psychological Society.

Modes of Delivery

Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Problem Based Learning
Workshop

Assessment Items

Examination: Oral	Clinical viva
Essays / Written Assignments	One essay

Contact Hours

Seminar: for 3 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Compulsory Components

Requisite by Enrolment	This course is only available to students enrolled in the Master of Clinical Psychology, PhD in Clinical Psychology or PhD in Health Psychology, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, Doctor of Clinical & Health Psychology degree programs.

Timetables