units

DPSY7112

Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

Monash University

Postgraduate - Unit

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0 points, SCA Band 1, 0.000 EFTSL

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LevelPostgraduate
FacultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
OfferedClayton Second semester 2012 (Day)
Coordinator(s)Dr Michael Daffern

Synopsis

The unit will begin with an examination of relevant legislation. Using both seminars and practical sessions, students will then learn how to conduct psychological assessments of children, adolescents and/or families in contested custody and access determinations, and in protective and criminal proceedings. Treatment issues will also be examined.

Assessment

Class Participation (10%)
Log Book (Hurdle)
Report (3000 words) (90%)

2 clinical reports in the area of children's and family law (1500 words each, 50% each); log book documenting practical work in the children and family law area.

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Michael Daffern