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DPSY5104

Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

18 September 2017 26 April 2024
Monash University

Postgraduate - Unit

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LevelPostgraduate
FacultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Organisational UnitSchool of Psychology and Psychiatry
OfferedClayton First semester 2013 (Day)
Coordinator(s)Dr Michael Daffern

Synopsis

A range of topics associated with the provision of psychological services, including basic counselling skills, review of relevant legislation and ethical/professional standards, and developing ethically and culturally sensitive psychological practice. This unit comprises a two day workshop, held prior to the commencement of formal course-work and seminars. Material will be presented in various formats including didactic teaching, small group exercises and role plays. The workshop and seminars will be supplemented by readings and handouts.

Outcomes

The primary aim in this unit is to:

  1. Equip students with knowledge of the laws and ethical principles which govern research and professional practice in psychology and understand how to apply their knowledge of relevant legislation and codes of professional conduct to such issues as confidentiality, informed consent, freedom of information, intra and inter professional relationships, responsibilities, and professional conduct.
  2. Have an understanding of the intercultural and ethnic issues that impact on their practice.

Assessment

Self Assessment (Hurdle)
Examination (80%)
Class presentation (20%)

Chief examiner(s)

Associate Professor Michael Daffern

Co-requisites

Must be enrolled in Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology