Courses & Units
Psychology Assessment and Intervention Skills PSY711
Introduction
This unit will take a disorder specific approach and teach students evidence-based treatment for a variety of clinical psychological disorders. Consideration will be given to the diagnostic features of specific disorders, prevalence, course, aetiological knowledge and theories, familial, social and cultural features, and differential diagnostic issues. Where appropriate, sessions will be supplemented with audio-visual material and handouts, and students should be prepared to role-play elements of the key therapy skills when discussed.
Summary
| Unit name | Psychology Assessment and Intervention Skills |
|---|---|
| Unit code | PSY711 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Psychological Sciences |
| Discipline | Psychology |
| Coordinator | Doctor David Bakker |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* 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 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Apply knowledge of key diagnostic classificatory systems used in clinical psychology.
- Synthesise clinical case formulation data including familial, social, and cultural intersections to inform differential diagnosis.
- Apply psychometric instruments and clinical interview skills to assess a variety of clinical psychological disorders.
- Implement advanced psychological intervention skills for a variety of clinical psychological disorders
Fee Information
The 2024 Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) rates are still being finalised by the Government and we will update the domestic fee information as soon as we have more details.
Requisites
Prerequisites
Assessment Skills in Psychology Practice 2 AND Intervention Skills in Psychology Practice 2Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 3hr Seminar weekly, 4hrs independent learning weekly |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Intervention Role Play Video (50%)|Combined OSCE (50%) |
| 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. |
|---|---|
| Recommended | Teaching staff will suggest recommended readings during the semester. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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