Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives Upon successful completion of this subject, students should have developed advanced knowledge and skills for assessment, counselling and intervention in the specialist field of educational and developmental psychology; advanced report writing skills relevant to the specialist field of educational and developmental psychology; an advanced knowledge of local human service systems in the specialist field of educational and developmental psychology; an understanding of legal or ethical issues relevant to the specialist field of educational and developmental psychology.
Synopsis Entry to this subject will be based on academic performance in three of the prerequisite subjects (GED1825 to 1828, 1831 to 1833), plus personal suitability to undertake clinical placement under the supervision of members of the faculty staff in psychology. Successful completion of the prerequisite subjects does not automatically guarantee entry to this practica subject. Students will be required to carry out a minimum of 120 hours client-contact during placement in the general fields of psychological assessment and intervention within a variety of clinical situations under the direct supervision of a psychologist, and a similar number of hours in non-contact activities within the placement setting. The practicum is designed to develop a range of professional skills and to acquaint students with issues of professional ethics and practice in psychology. Students will be required to spend up to four days per week during the November - October period on placement. Total days on placement must be at least 120 over the two placements. Regular meetings with university supervisors are required.
Assessment Case reports (1500-3000 words): 60% + Evaluations: 40%