Counselling Psychology (Master)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Master of Counselling Psychology
Length
2 years
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This program aims to produce practitioners who can work competently with clients across the lifespan (in group and individual settings), engage in high levels of reflection in relation to professional practice, make productive
use of clinical supervision, and demonstrate general knowledge of pharmacological treatment relevant to psychological disorders. It encompasses interpersonal process, core conflictual schema, psychodynamic systems, communication and developmental perspectives of psychological distress and disorder and its treatment and resolution.
For more information, please download our Prospective Student Guide (PDF 48KB).
Course structure
The course comprises lectures and seminar/practicum (37.5 per cent), practical internships (25 per cent), and a research project (37.5 per cent). The early stages of the program develop competencies in interviewing, test administration, psychological therapy, ethical practice and research - its initial emphasis is on patient-focused practice, and the importance of engaging with clients to explore their internal frame of reference.
Subsequently, the emphasis shifts to effective therapeutic collaboration in problem formulation and goal-setting, within the context of the development of a strong working alliance with the client/patient.
Students are expected to undertake at least 120 days of supervised internship in at least three suitable agencies. This must include at least 240 hours' supervised client contact.
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Fee type
Fees (Fee-Help available)
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
24 230
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
National Police Check (A$15).
Fees for registration, accommodation, and application to the APS for document ratification. See the APS website.
Selection
IELTS (Academic) score of 7.5 with no individual band score less than 7; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 625 with a score of 6 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 263 with a score of 6 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 104 with no individual score less than 26; or
Completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 6B certificate at postgraduate (EFS PG2b (80%)) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; or
Approved equivalent
Academic entry requirements
Admission is restricted to people who have satisfactorily completed an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)-approved fourth year in psychology at an Australian university at an A to B Grade average, or approved international equivalent as ratified by the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Applicants are ranked on the basis of documented evidence of past academic and professional performance. Applicants are advised to seek ratification with the APS well before the application deadline (28 October 2011).
Experience in counselling is given consideration in the selection process. In addition, professional references, work experience, and the likelihood of an applicant fulfilling the personal and professional requirements of a program are taken into consideration in accepting applications.
Extra requirements
Students are required to obtain a National Police check (A$15) and Working With Children (WWC) check (no charge) before undertaking a clinical professional placement. This course has a clinical component. Please check this websitefor more information.
Applicants for this course must also complete a Supplementary Application form available from our website
Semester starts
Semester 1 (February)
Additional information
Applications for this course close on 28 October 2011.
Career opportunities
Students in the Master's program are eligible to apply for an upgrade at the end of their first year of study. A Professional Doctorate program of study - Doctor of Psychology in Counselling Psychology - is offered to student in the Master of Counselling Psychology program who demonstrate a high level of performance.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible for associate membership of the College of Counselling Psychologists and of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Please see the APS website for further information.