Practicum 2

Unit Outline (Higher Education)

Level of Unit in Course

AQF Level(s) of Course

Level of Unit in Course

Introductory

Intermediate

Effective Term:

2024/05

Institute / School :

Institute of Health and Wellbeing

Unit Title:

Practicum 2

Unit ID:

PSYCP7108

Credit Points:

15.00

Prerequisite(s):

(PSYCP7004)

Co-requisite(s):

Nil

Exclusion(s):

(PSYCM7012)

ASCED:

090701

Other Change:

Brief description of the Unit

This is a psychological placement unit which provides the opportunity for students to apply, under supervision, the knowledge and skills acquired through coursework. The focus is on providing psychological services to clients attending the Federation University training clinics. Students enrolled in this unit will complete their placement under the supervision of a Board Approved Supervisor.

Grade Scheme:

Ungraded (S, UN)

Work Experience Indicator:

No work experience

Placement Component:

Yes - days

Supplementary Assessment:No

Supplementary assessment is not available to students who gain a fail in this Unit.

Course Level:

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of the unit the students are expected to be able to:

Knowledge:

K1.	Recognise and critique different theoretical approaches to assessment and treatment and their application in professional practice

K2.	Explain and justify the legal and ethical requirements regarding supervised practice and professional development required for psychological practice

K3.	Explain the value of peer support and supervision to psychological practice

K4.	Identify referral pathways and communication process with other professionals

Skills:

S1.	Demonstrate skills in composing comprehensive case formulations and designing treatment plans and implementing these when working with clients

S2.	Formulate both a supervision and professional development plan that meets registration requirements

S3.	Demonstrate oral skills in case presentation applicable to settings with peer or individual supervision

S4.	Demonstrate ability in communicating information in both oral and written formats with clients and other professionals

Application of knowledge and skills:

A1.	The application of knowledge and skills in the development of professional independence and ongoing learning

A2.	The practical application of theoretical frameworks in the assessment and treatment of clients

A3.	The application of knowledge and skills in collaborative relationships with referrers and other professionals

Unit Content:

The unit will involve 150 hours of practicum activities in pre-placement skills development workshops and supervised practicum experience in FedUni Community Psychology Services or an approved external agency. The unit includes the following aspects:

Completion of professional practice hours
Review of accurate log book recording of practicum experiences consistent with registration requirements
Instruction in the development and recording of professional development plans consistent with registration requirements
Instruction in the development of a supervision plan over the internship year including accurate log book recording
Integrating assessment and treatment plans into a detailed formulation and treatment approach
Instruction on documentation of case notes
Interpersonal communication with differing client groups and other professionals

Graduate Attributes:

	Learning Outcomes Assessed	Assessment Tasks	Assessment Type	Weighting
1.	K1-K4 S1-S4 A1-A2	Placement Contract, documenting the practical details of the placement, responsibilities and learning goals.	Written Task	S/U
2.	K1-K4 S1-S4 A1-A3	Case evaluation: critically review a case from the practicum experience	Presentation and Written Report	S/U

Adopted Reference Style:

APA

Professional Standards / Competencies:

Standard / Competency