Courses & Units
Health Psychology KHA749
Hobart
This unit is being phased out, no new enrolments are being taken.
Introduction
The unit provides an overview of theories, core skills and practice issues in health psychology intervention and prevention. This unit examines the relationship between psychological functioning and health related issues with emphasis given to working with people who are currently ill and those who are engaging in behaviours that are not health protective.
Summary
| Unit name | Health Psychology |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KHA749 |
| Credit points | 6.25 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Psychological Sciences |
| Discipline | Psychology |
| Coordinator | Doctor Sarah Dawkins |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 22/2/2021 | 23/3/2021 | 12/4/2021 | 30/5/2021 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Outline the specific psychosocial issues pertaining to some of the illnesses affecting Australians.
- Describe the aims and core components of health psychology intervention.
- Describe an overview of innovative therapy program to promote adjustment to a chronic illness, or reduce/manage a health problem.
- Demonstrate ability to work with clients with chronic health problems
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 090701 | $906.00 | $425.00 | $496.00 | $1,222.50 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2-hr seminar weekly |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Therapy Manual. (40%)|Case based Treatment Plan (60%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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