Charles Darwin University

Diploma of Psychology

Charles Darwin University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Vocational Education and Training (VET)
CRICOS: 00300K

Shape your career path. Our Diploma of Psychology is an excellent first step if you are considering a career in psychology, want to increase your current qualifications or simply have an interest in psychology.Our diploma will prepare you with the necessary knowledge and skills required for progression into the APAC approved Bachelor of Psychological Science, however the Diploma itself is not itself an APAC approved course.

Subjects

  • HSC132 Introduction to Health Promotion
  • IAS142 Ethics and Protocols in Indigenous Contexts
  • PSY101 Introduction to Research Skills and Statistics
  • PSY116 Intercultural Sensitivity and Psychological Communication
  • PSY150 Introduction to Psychology A
  • PSY151 Introduction to Psychology B
  • HSC119 Counselling Theory and Micro Skills
  • IAS101 Indigenous Australia
  • PSY144 Traumatology Assessment and Intervention
  • SWK101 Introduction to Human Services
  • SWK102 Communication Skills

Standard entry requirements

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognized tertiary preparation course.Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.Defense members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading SeamanAir Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, CorporalArmy: Private, Lance Corporal, CorporalCurrent School Leaver Pathways:Best of 3 Year 12 subject gradesSchool recommendation program* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Casuarina International: $30,192
  • ATAR: 60
No
  • Full-time : 1 year
  • Part-time : 2 years
CDU Online
  • ATAR: 60
No
  • Part-time : 2 years
  • Online/Off-campus : 1 year

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