
Overview
On successful completion of the Professional Psychology course from University of Tasmania , graduates will be eligible to undertake a sixth year (the +1 year) of practical training. The one-year supervised practice internship, which leads to general registration as a psychologist, is available through two options: Graduate Diploma of Professional Psychology Practice or can be arranged and developed independently, with approval by the Psychology Board of Australia.
Learning Outcomes
The key learning outcomes for the course are:
- advanced knowledge of values and ethics in psychology and the ability to apply that knowledge in professional practice
- advanced knowledge and skills in psychological assessment and skills in the ethical use of psychological tests;
- achievement of competence in APAC core capabilities and attributes for Standard 5.1.12 (APAC Accreditation Standards, June 2010)
- ability to critically assess and apply research findings to inform evidence-based professional practice
- knowledge of the current version of the National Practice Standards for the Mental Health Workforce
Career outcomes
Graduates who subsequently successfully complete a one-year Psychology Board of Australia approved internship program will be eligible for general registration as a psychologist in Australia.
Accreditation
This course has been designed to meet the current standards for accreditation by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), and is accredited without conditions.
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Courses include:
- Assessment Skills in Psychology Practice
- Ethics and Professional Psychology Practice
- Intervention Skills in Psychology Practice
- Professional Psychology Placement
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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It is recommended that students living overseas should apply at least 3 months prior to semester start date and on-shore students apply no less than one month prior to semester start date.
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General requirements
CRICOS Code: 085985F
- The minimum academic requirement for entry to the course is successful completion of a four year APAC-Accredited sequence in psychology (AQF Level 8) within the last 10 years, together with eligibility for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia as a provisional psychologist.
- To be eligible for entry to the course applicants must have attained either a 2B Honours degree or a Distinction minimum average across their psychology subjects in years 3 and 4 of their APAC accredited undergraduate training.
- Those applicants who have not completed a four year APAC-accredited sequence in psychology must have their qualifications assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and provide the assessment report from the Australian Psychological Society with their application.
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International
34950 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 34950 AUD for the full programme during 12 months.
Domestic students enrolled in a full fee paying place are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee and is incorporated in the fees you pay for each unit you enrol in.
Living costs for Hobart
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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