Master of Psychology (Clinical)

Federation University Australia

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00103D

Become a skilled clinical psychologist and help people work through difficult times. Our program combines coursework, clinical practice and research to prepare you for registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.Your knowledge of clinical problems in childhood, adolescence and adulthood will become advanced, as well your understanding of evidence-based psychological assessments and interventions and the ethics related to your work. You'll benefit from our strong industry partnerships, which will see you in the field for at least 1000 hours during your studies, including in regional, rural or remote settings. You gain real experience working within our FedUni Community Psychology Services.Our program is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia, the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and the APS College of Clinical Psychologists.FedUni is committed to increasing the number of psychologists who work in regional, rural, and remote areas of Australia, and to increasing the number of psychologists who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons. The application and selection process is consistent with that commitment.

Designed for

Graduates wishing to become eligible to apply for registration as psychologists in the state of Victoria

Structure

In line with the program approval guidelines of APAC and the APS College of Clinical Psychologists, there are three main components in the program: coursework, research dissertation and practical placement. This degree is structured to allow the integration of learning experiences across these components.

Subjects

  • Psychology

Standard entry requirements

Entry requirements (year 12)Entry requirements (non year 12)We encourage people to apply and demonstrate in their application/interview that they have had sufficient practical experience or further study in another discipline that would allow them to manage the requirements of the program. Considerations for applicants in this position may include updating knowledge in professional and ethical knowledge of psychology, testing and assessment or statistical methods.Students who have completed their undergraduate studies overseas MUST apply to the Australian Psychological Society to have their degree assessed (see www.psychology.org.au/membership/qualifications/). We are unable to consider an application without the degree being recognised by the APS as equivalent to Australian courses.Completion of an 4 year APAC accredited sequence in psychology.And a minimum of a credit average in the fourth year.Extra RequirementsTo be eligible for selection all applicants must complete:Federation University online applicationEntrance surveyArrange the completion of 1 academic referee and 1 professional referee report and;Attach copies of academic transcripts for undergraduate and fourth year programs.

Recognition

This program is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and fulfils the requirements for associate membership of the Clinical College of the Psychology Board of Australia.

Study pathways

Upon completion of this program, graduates would be eligible to for associate membership of the College of Clinical Psychologists and full registration with the Psychologists Registration Board of Victoria.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Mount Helen (Ballarat) No
  • Full-time : 2 years

Further information

To be eligible for selection all applicants must complete: FedUni online application, Regional, Rural and Remote additional details form (if applicable), Arrange the completion of 1 academic referee and 1 professional referee report and; Attach certified copies of academic transcripts for undergraduate and fourth year programs.

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