MHP5051

Clinical health psychology (6 points)

(MED)

Leader: Dr Nicole Rinehart and Dr Margaret Hay

Offered:
Caulfield First semester 2004 (OCL)
Caulfield First semester 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On successful completion of this unit students will: 1. understand the aetiology, course and prognosis of major health problems; 2. have conducted assessment and treatment of habit control and behaviour change; 3. appreciate the preventative approaches to reccurent and/or chronic conditions and disease; 4. understand the psychological approaches to rehabilitation.

Assessment: Essay (2000 words): 30% + Assessment report (1500 words): 30% + Class presentation: 10% + Examination (2 hours): 30%

Off-campus attendance requirements: Five-day residential school