Graduate Certificate in Pre-Professional Psychology Honours (Honours or 4th year) Expand This course is designed for students who have completed an APAC accredited undergraduate degree or honours degree needing to refresh or improve their original Honours results to take the next step into Masters or 4+2 psychology career pathway. Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate will allow entry into the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) from which successful completion with good grades will lead to entry into the professional Masters courses. The Master of Professional Psychology and the Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) are two of the pathways to professional practice in Psychology that Cairnmillar offers. Click here for more detailed information on career and study pathways for graduates of this course. Location: Online Intake: February 2021 (part time) and July 2021 (full time) Delivery: Full Time and Part Time Fees: $900 per unit with Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) Duration: 6 Months Full Time or 1 Year Part Time HECS-HELP: Available if eligible Course Code: PY086 Application Type: Domestic only Course Duration and Structure This six months full time or one year part time program consists of 50 credit points across a total of four units of study. Students may choose any four units listed below, subject to availability. HON401 Professional Practice and Professional Ethics HON403 Psychological Assessment HON404 Evidence-Based Practice and Practice-Based Evidence HON407 Developmental Psychopathology Across the Lifespan HON402 Research Methods Admission Criteria Applicants must have completed an APAC undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification, within the last ten years. Or an APAC accredited fourth year or equivalent qualification completed at any time. For entry into the course, students are required to submit an application through the Apply Now page. Supporting documentation requirements are listed in the Applications Portal. Click here for more detailed information on career and study pathways for graduates of this course. Graduate Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the ability to apply ethical codes, legislation, and professional standards to issues relevant to professional practice. Demonstrate knowledge of the theoretical and empirical bases underpinning the development and application of psychological assessment and intervention. Demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding of developmental psychopathology. Have the capacity to critically consider the impact of sociocultural and developmental factors in professional practice. Demonstrate sophisticated oral and written communication skills. Recognition of Prior Learning Students applying for this program may enter into a process in which they may be granted credit or partial credit towards the qualification in recognition of previous experience where an equivalence of earlier learning can be established. Credit transfer for an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) course, is only applicable for recently completed APAC accredited postgraduate programs. Credit or partial credit is not granted in recognition of knowledge or skills gained through work or life experience. Click here for more detailed information on career and study pathways for graduates of this course.
Graduate Certificate in Psychological Science (Undergraduate Major - Bridging) Expand This course has been designed for students looking to take the first or early steps on a psychology career pathway - Students with any undergraduate (Bachelors) degree in a discipline other than psychology or those seeking to improve results from an APAC accredited undergraduate degree for Honours entry (additional study may be required if original degree is not APAC accredited). Students who successful complete the Graduate Certificate can apply for admission into the Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science with recognition for prior learning (RPL). Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma, students may wish to apply for entry to a Bachelor of Psychology Honours Degree. Click here for more detailed information on career and study pathways for graduates of this course. Graduates are able to obtain work in a variety of industries including health and community services, human resources and product design/marketing. Location: Online Intake: February 2021 Delivery: Full Time and Part Time Fees: $900 per unit with Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) Duration: 6 Months Full Time or 12 Months Part Time HECS-HELP: Available if eligible Course Code: PY085 Application Type: Domestic only Course Duration and Structure This six months full time or one year part time program consists of 50 credit points across a total of four units of study. Full Time Semester One - students can undertake any four units from those listed below, subject to availability. PSY401 Theories of Personality PSY402 Data Sciences and Statistical Inference PSY403 Social Psychology PSY404 Developmental Psychology PSY405 Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience PSY406 Psychopathology Part Time Semester One - any two units from the below. PSY401 Theories of Personality PSY402 Data Sciences and Statistical Inference PSY403 Social Psychology PSY404 Developmental Psychology Semester 2 - both of the units below. PSY405 Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience PSY406 Psychopathology Admission Criteria Applicants must have completed an Australian undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification. For entry into the course, students are required to submit an application through the Apply Now page. Supporting documentation requirements are listed in the Applications Portal. Click here for more detailed information on career and study pathways for graduates of this course. Graduate Learning Outcomes Demonstrate high-level knowledge of core psychological theory, research skills, and the associated empirical evidence base. Synthesise research and theory from major fields in psychology and apply this knowledge to different contexts to resolve complex problems and apply in professional practice. Communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally across a range of contexts including oration, writing, the online environment, and in teams. Act ethically and professionally while respecting cultural, ethnic, and linguistic diversity. Demonstrate self-motivated and self-directed learning principles that facilitate lifelong learning and ongoing professional development. Recognition of Prior Learning Students applying for this program may enter into a process in which they may be granted credit or partial credit towards the qualification in recognition of previous experience where an equivalence of earlier learning can be established. Credit transfer for an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) course, is only applicable for recently completed APAC accredited programs of an equivalent level. Credit or partial credit is not granted in recognition of knowledge or skills gained through work or life experience. Click here for more detailed information on career and study pathways for graduates of this course.
Graduate Certificate of Counselling Expand The Graduate Certificate of Counselling and Psychotherapy introduces students to the foundational concepts and skills required to practice counselling. The course provides training in specific counselling modalities, enabling students to develop a foundational understanding, communication and practical skills required when working with people in a wide range of different professions. When completing this course, students will be able to add specific counselling knowledge and skills to their present work-related skills and to enhance self-understanding. Students are trained in the application of counselling skills through in-class peer practice, a discussion of case material, participating in intensive and regular small reflective group practice and clinical observation. This course has been designed for students with any undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of study, skills and experience in any discipline looking to enter the counselling and psychotherapy study and career pathway. Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate can apply for admission into the Graduate Diploma of Counselling and Psychotherapy. Successful completion of the Graduate Diploma may lead to entry to a Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy. Click here for more detailed information on career and study pathways for graduates of this course. Graduates will learn additional communication and relational skills that may enhance their current work skills. Employment in community health and community services organisations will be possible. Location: Online Intake: March 2021 with a potential June 2021 intake Delivery: Part Time Fees: $900 per unit with Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) Duration: 12 Months Part Time HECS-HELP: Available if eligible Course Code: CP083 Application Type: Domestic only Course Duration and Structure This one-year part-time program that consists of 50 credit points. Students undertake a total of four units of study. One Year Part Time CAP401 Psychotherapeutic Theories and Models CAP402 Person-Centred Counselling CAP404 Facilitating Therapeutic Change CAP405 Cognitive Behavioural Therapies Admission Criteria Applicants must have completed an Australian undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification. For entry into the course, students are required to submit an application through the Apply Now page. Supporting documentation requirements are listed in the Applications Portal. Click here for more detailed information on career and study pathways for graduates of this course. Graduate Learning Outcomes Students who satisfactorily complete the course will have achieved advanced knowledge and skills in the following areas of study: Knowledge of the range of counselling theories and practice. Understanding the importance of establishing the therapeutic relationship. The capacity to relate in a way to facilitate change. An awareness of the impact of the self on others and the development of relational intelligence, sensitivity, resilience and respect. The capacity to be self-reflective and learn from experience. Understand the impact of gender, sexual identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, class, religion, race and ethnicity on therapy. Recognition of Prior Learning Students may only be given credit for any coursework if it is from a successfully completed approved course at the appropriate Australian AQF postgraduate level. Click here for more detailed information on career and study pathways for graduates of this course.