Practicum 1

Unit code: HPP7001 | Study level: Postgraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Prerequisites
APC6085 - Foundations of Psychotherapy
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit refers to the placement at the VU Psychology clinic. This placement comprises a total of 300 hours that are completed as part of this unit HPP7001 Practicum 1 and HPP7002 Practicum 2. It is designed to provide students with an introduction to the application of practical foundational skills and psychological theory in a University-based clinic placement. The emphasis is on skill development in a supervised, structured environment. This unit will involve conducting assessments and intervention with clients to meet initial generalist competencies with guidance and support of a supervisor. .

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Exemplify the stage-appropriate assessment and intervention skills expected of provisional psychologists;
  2. Implement professional record maintenance skills in relation to log-books, progress notes and clinic files in a professional agency;
  3. Exhibit familiarity with the organisational context and professional network including other health professionals in which the psychology practice is embedded; and
  4. Exhibit a developing ability to carry out professional psychology activities in a professional manner, with due appreciation of the legal and ethical issues involved.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Assignment
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Grade: Pass/Fail
Submission of pre-placement documentation
Assessment type: Report
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Grade: Pass/Fail
Evaluation of clinical skills (e.g. intervention skills, record-keeping) as evidenced by clinical supervisor’s mid-placement review.

Required reading

Required readings will be made available on VU Collaborate.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Master of Professional Psychology
HMPP | Masters (coursework) degree | Duration: 1 year

Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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