DPSY6101

Case management in clinical psychology part 1 ( points)

(MED)

Leader: Dr Wendy Crouch

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

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this unit students are expected to: 1. consolidate and expand on the knowledge acquired from the first year units 'Legal, ethical and professional issues: principles and practice' and 'Psychopathology', particularly in relation to professional presentation, both oral and written of clinical cases; 2. enhance their understanding of relevant clinical management issues through discussion, feedback and reflection. Students should develop proficiency in clinical case management from the point of receiving a referral through to termination; 3. develop their problem solving skills in relation to legal, ethical and professional issues in clinical settings and gain confidence in the application of these principles.

Assessment: Seminar attendance and attendance at group supervision (hurdle requirement); major oral case presentation and written case report (4500 words) (80%); brief oral case presentation (20%). All components to be passed.