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.

. 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.

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

Internal Mode

Problem Based Learning
Workshop

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