Accreditation and Professional Recognition Expand The Graduate Certificate in Pre-Professional Psychology is a Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) accredited program and sits within level 8 of the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Admission Criteria Expand Applicants must have already completed an APAC accredited fourth year of study in psychology (e.g., Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) or Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced). Please see our application portal for detailed instructions on submitting an application. Further documentation required in the application: Most recent academic transcripts. A current curriculum vitae (resume). A 500-word personal statement outlining what factors have contributed to the application and why you wish to study this course at Cairnmillar. Proof of residency/citizenship (e.g., passport, birth certificate, or citizenship certificate). This course is not open to international student applications.
Career Opportunities Expand Graduates may apply the knowledge and skills acquired in the Graduate Certificate of Pre-Professional Psychology in their current workplace. Graduates will also be able to consider further study or employment in fields where the knowledge and skills acquired in postgraduate psychology study can be applied (e.g., community services, human resources, business, counselling).
Course Structure Expand This program consists of 50 credit points across a total of four units. 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
Fees and Scholarships Expand *Estimation only. Annual tuition fee review and possible increases applies, see: cairnmillar.org.au/course-fees For information on tuition and what scholarships might apply to this course, please visit the Fees and Scholarships pages.
Graduate Learning Outcomes Expand Students who satisfactorily complete this course will be able to demonstrate skill and knowledge in the following areas: 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.