EDF6506

Clinical placement in psychology

(EDU)

Associate Professor N J King and Dr A P Greenway

24 points + First and second semester + Clayton + 3 hrs per week + A minimum of 1000 hrs (125 days) during placements, including a minimum of 240 hrs client contact and 240 hrs in non-contact activities + Prerequisites: Satisfactory performance in relevant academic units

Synopsis: The practicum develops a range of professional skills and acquaints students with issues of professional ethics and practice in psychology. Students spend up to four days per week during the November-October period on placement. In all, students undertake three placements (one minor and two major). Total days on placement must be at least 125 over the three placements. Students also attend fortnightly meetings with their university supervisors.

Assessment: Written case reports (1500-3000 words): 60% + Evaluations: 40%