Advanced Assessment and Intervention B PG (11824.1)
Please note these are the 2024 details for this unit
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-Campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Health |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Discipline Of Psychology | Post Graduate Level | Band 1 2021 (Pg Clinical Psychology) Band 2 2021 (Prof Pathway Psychology-After 1 Jan 2021) Band 2 2021 (Prof Pathway Psychology-Before 1 Jan 2021) Band 2 2021 (Standard Course Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan Social Work_Exclude 0905) Band 4 2021 (Standard Course Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) |
This unit provides a professional basis for clinical psychologists who assess, diagnose, and provide interventions for clients in specialist contexts as part of their clinical practice (e.g., forensic, medical, community). The unit also addresses the skills required to work with clients from a range of specialist client groups.
1. Critically evaluate theory and practice of evidence-based treatment options in specialist settings;
2. Demonstrate skills in advance assessment and diagnosis of complex mental health disorders in specialist settings; and
3. Engage in appropriate cultural assessment of complex mental health problems in specialist settings.
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
4. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing - communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Critically evaluate theory and practice of evidence-based treatment options in specialist settings;
2. Demonstrate skills in advance assessment and diagnosis of complex mental health disorders in specialist settings; and
3. Engage in appropriate cultural assessment of complex mental health problems in specialist settings.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
4. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing - communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways
Prerequisites
11820 Adult Psychopathology, Assessment, and Treatment PGCorequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
6307 Forensic Psychology for Clinicians PGAssumed knowledge
11820 Adult Psychopathology, Assessment, and Treatment PG| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Winter Term | 27 May 2024 | On-Campus | Dr Douglas Boer |
The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit
timetable.
Required texts
There is no required text book for the unit. However, readings will be supplied by topic.
Participation requirements
It is expected that all students will actively engage in the unit activities.
Non-attendance may impact on a student's ability to demonstrate competency and therefore acheive a passing grade in the unit.
Required IT skills
None
Work placement, internships or practicums
None
