Course Level
Graduate Diploma
Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology
This bridging course will allow non-Clinical Psychology graduates training in the skills required to meet the core competencies outlined by the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) as necessary for specialist endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist. The two-year, part-time program includes coursework subjects addressing psychological assessment and diagnosis, child psychopathology, biological psychology and pharmacology and advanced skills in clinical psychology along with practical placement experience. Upon completion, graduates will be eligible to undertake two years of supervised practice - enabling them to progress to specialist endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
|---|---|---|---|
Parkville | Part-time - 2 years | $37,800 | N/A |
Structure
Total Credit Points 100
Subjects
- Introduction to Assessment and Diagnosis
- Principles of Psychological Assessment
- Child Psychopathology
- Individual and Cultural Diversity
- Advanced Psychopathology
- Advanced Psychological Practice 2
- Advanced Psychological Practice 1
- Professional Placement (Clinical) 1
- Professional Placement (Clinical) 2
Entry requirements
- An accredited Master of Clinical Neuropsychology (or equivalent), OR
- An accredited Master of Professional Psychology (or equivalent).
- A 500-word personal statement outlining your interest in this course, AND
- Two referee reports to be submitted online, AND
- Documented relevant clinical work experience, AND
- Demonstrated proof of registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.