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Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced)
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About the Course
The Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) offered by Edith Cowan University Online is designed for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of psychological science and enhance their pre-professional skills. This fully online program allows students to study flexibly while preparing for provisional registration as a psychologist. Throughout the course, participants will engage with advanced psychological theories and practices, enabling them to apply their knowledge in real-world contexts. The curriculum includes a focus on research design, psychological assessment, and evidence-based interventions, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped for a variety of roles in human-centred fields.
Students will benefit from the expertise of experienced psychology researchers and practitioners, fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages professional networking. The course structure is designed to be completed part-time, allowing for a manageable study load alongside personal and professional commitments. With six study periods available each year, learners have the flexibility to start their studies at a time that suits them. This program not only meets the educational requirements for provisional registration but also positions graduates for further postgraduate studies in psychology.
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To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- Completed an APAC accredited Level 1 qualification in psychology (either a Bachelor degree or Graduate Diploma of Psychology or equivalent) with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 65 or above, and/or
- Qualifications obtained overseas must be assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) as equivalent to an APAC-accredited Level 1 qualification in psychology.
In the Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) course, the subjects that students may study include:
- Foundations of Client-Centred Psychological Practice
- Applications of Psychological Assessment
- Applications of Psychological Interventions
- Applied Psychological Practice
- Qualitative Research Skills and Applications
- Evidence Based Practice in Psychology
- Applied Psychological Research Design
- Communicating Research in Psychology
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