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School of Medicine and Psychology · ANU College of Science and Medicine
This course aims to extend your understanding of major evidence-based psychological interventions and application of the theory and research that underpins these interventions. You will draw on scientific literature and psychological assessments to develop psychological formulations and learn to plan, implement and monitor intervention strategies for psychological disorders, especially those commonly seen in general psychological practice. You will learn how to incorporate cultural, social and developmental considerations in psychological interventions. The course will emphasise links between formulation and intervention; strategies for monitoring and evaluating outcomes and for adjusting interventions as they evolve. You will have opportunities to observe and practice core psychological interventions.
Written assessment task (hurdle)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3
Reflective task (hurdle)
Learning outcomes 1, 2
Assessment of videoed simulated intervention (hurdle)
Learning outcomes 3
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester including: - Face-to face component which may consist of 3 hours of face-to-face activities including lectures and/or workshops per week. - Approximately 94 hours of self-directed study which will include preparation for lectures, presentations and other assessment tasks. Please note that this course, as part of the Master of Professional Psychology program, may be delivered in more intensive formats where pedagogically appropriate. Students should ensure they are familiar with timetabling for each semester to plan accordingly. Work Integrated Learning Other This is a coursework component of the Master of Professional Psychology degree. No work-integrated learning option is available. Other Information This course is assessed on a Course Requirement Satisfied (CRS) or Fail basis. Students must satisfactorily complete all assessment tasks in order to pass the course.
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