Master of Professional Psychology
Monash University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00008C
The Master of Professional Psychology is a one year course designed to meet the requirements of the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) for a generalist fifth year in psychology. The course prepares selected psychology graduates in advanced psychotherapeutic skills required for general registration as a psychologist. It develops your professional capability to apply the theoretical, research, assessment and therapeutic skills involved in psychology. Following graduation, you will be eligible to undertake one year of supervised generalist practice you will then progress to full registration as a psychologist. You will develop expertise in applying counselling theories and practices through your understanding of a range of evidence based psychotherapies. You will learn core skills and theoretical concepts underpinning the therapeutic process and extend your practical knowledge in counselling interventions as you develop therapeutic relationships with a range of client groups. You will acquire the skills to administer, score, interpret and report on a comprehensive range of psychological tests and assessments.
Structure
Total 48 Credit Points
Subjects
- Psychology
Standard entry requirements
A fourth year of psychology study from any course accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), which may be a Graduate Diploma or Bachelorshonours degree, with at least a high credit (65%) average in fourth year psychology.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton | International: $42,900 | No |
