DPSY5262

Case analysis and professional practice in neuropsychology 1 ( points)

(MED)

Leader: Associate Professor Jennie Ponsford

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: The primary aim of this unit is to provide students with an opportunity to observe and participate in oral presentations of case material and other professional issues at the same time as they commence their first clinical placement. When students have completed the unit they will: 1. be familiar with the format of oral presentations suitable for a number of different audiences, ranging from the medico-legal forum and other colleagues to lay persons, 2. participate confidently in case discussions, 3. be informed about current issues in the field of clinical neuropsychology, 4. have developed sufficient rapport with staff members to seek assistance when it is required during later years of the course, 5. have developed their ability to read and evaluate journal papers relevant to clinical neuropsychology.

Assessment: Students will be required to participate in class discussions on a regular basis. Each student will also be required to prepare and present one 45 minute oral presentation describing an issue of current interest in Clinical Neuropsychology or a case seen during their practical work.