Doctor of Psychology (Clinical)

Overview

• Study a combination of research, coursework, and practical units to develop advanced professional knowledge and skills in clinical psychology.
• Graduate eligible for full registration as a psychologist with the Psychologists Board of Australia.
• Early exit option of a Master of Psychology.

QUT course code	PY50
Attendance	Part-time or Full-time
Course duration	3 years full-time 6 years part-time
Start month	2013 February Note: Closing date for applications is 1 October of the previous year in which you are applying for entry.
Delivery	On campus Kelvin Grove
Faculty	Faculty of Health
Course contact	Email: psychology@qut.edu.au Telephone: 3138 4520
CRICOS code	059989G
Careers	Academic Aid Work Manager Change Manager Clinical Psychologist Counsellor Critical Incident or Disaster Response Manager Forensic Psychologist Health Psychologist Neuropsychologist Program Evaluator Psychologist Research Fellow

Details

The Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) offers students the opportunity to develop advanced professional knowledge and skills in clinical psychology. It includes advanced professional coursework units, specialised practical experience and an extended program of research, enabling graduates to undertake positions of greater responsibility in a broad range of clinical settings including hospitals, mental health facilities and other specialised treatment units.

The doctorate emphasises the development of applied research and clinical specialisations within an evidence-based, integrative psychotherapy framework.

Course structure

The doctorate comprises 24 units made up of 10 professional coursework units, eight research units and six practicum units.

To undertake the supervised practice, students need to provide evidence of provisional registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia and hold a current blue card as required by the Commission for Children and Young People and Guardian Act (2000).

Career outcomes

Graduates of the Clinical Psychology postgraduate programs are eligible to work as fully registered Psychologists in hospital, community and private practice settings in areas that require clinical and psychotherapy skills, as well as skills in psychological assessment, diagnosis, case formulation, and treatment planning that are tailored for the individual needs of the client within the broader sytem that they live in.

Professional recognition

Graduates of the Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) are eligible to apply for full registration with the national registration board and are eligible for endorsement with the Psychology Board of Australia as a Clinical Psychologist, as well as membership of the Australian Psychological Society College of Clinical Psychologists, with an extra year of approved supervision following the Doctor of Psychology (Clinical).

The course meets the accreditation requirements of the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), the Australian Psychological Society College of Clinical Psychologists and the Psychology Board of Australia.

Units

Course structure

The doctorate comprises 24 units made up of 10 professional coursework units, eight research units and six practicum units.

Entry requirements

Entry to this course is competitive. Applications close on 1 October. To be considered for admission you must have:

• Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)-approved four-year training (or equivalent) with first-class honours or second-class honours Division A from a recognised institution, or
• minimum grade point average of 5.5 (on a 7-point scale) in the Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology (or equivalent).

All applicants must also:

• provide two referee reports
• attend an interview to assess interpersonal and research skills in a clinical context

Course fees

Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. All fees are based on current fixed fee prices. We review fees annually.

Scholarships and financial support

You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.

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