Professional Practice (Psychology)

Postgraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
PSYC 5041
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Course ID
204651
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
Psychology
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Course level
1
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
No
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course aims to develop students' skills in interviewing and counselling as well as their written and oral communication. The course also aims to familiarise students with the role of the organisational psychologist and the requirements of relevant professional and research organisations. On completion of this unit students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills in interviewing and counselling, the essential components of a mental status examination, conducting risk assessments, moti and competency in written and oral communication. Students will also be familiar with the role of the organisational psychologist and the requirements of relevant professional and research organisations.

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate competence in interviewing and counselling.
  • Demonstrate competence in conducting an initial interview.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the essential components of a mental status examination.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of and key skills in conducting risk assessments and motivational interviewing.
  • Demonstrate professional oral and written communication skills.
  • Understand the role of the organisational psychologist, the requirements of relevant professional and research organisations, and the values and thinking that underlie those requirements.

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed PSYCHOL7331 Professional Practice at the University of Adelaide
Degree list
The following degrees include this course