This subject contains a 3 day Compulsory Residential School.This is a revised subject document. No change is proposed to the duration of the residential school that is already a component of this subject.
This subject is an introduction to treatment issues in clinical
psychology. Various theoretical models and styles of treatment will be introduced, in addition to covering more general areas such as case formulation, treatment planning, treatment implementation, and evaluation of outcome in psychological therapy. Current issues and controversies in the field will also be examined. The material covered will provide a basis for psychologists who may wish to undertake post-graduate clinical training and eventually work in the clinical area. This is an academic unit in that it does not involve a field placement or practicum component.
* Offering has a residential school. Please view following information for further details.
HD/FL
One session
School of Psychology
4th year Psychology students only. Not available to students who have completed PSY435.
PSY435 Not available to students who have completed PSY435 previously.
PSY435
- defining the nature of clinical psychology as an area of study and as an applied profession
- major theoretical approaches to psychological therapy
- some of the core skills and competencies of clinical psychologists (such as case formulation and treatment plan writing) illustration of these areas using sample case presentations and reports
- biological treatments for psychological disorders:
- psychopharmacology
- electroconvulsive therapy
- psychosurgery
- current issues and controversies in clinical psychology:
- the dominance of the scientist-practitioner model
- evaluation of outcome of psychological therapies
- the challenge of working with diversity
- prescribing rights for clinical psychologists
The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of PSY421 in Session 2 2019. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).
This subject contains a 3 day Compulsory Residential School.This is a revised subject document. No change is proposed to the duration of the residential school that is already a component of this subject.
The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: October 2020. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.