Graduate Diploma
This program achieves a balance between general professional, specific practitioner, and research related skills. This program comprises of extensive, specialist study in both professional psychology and psychological research. In line with professional opinion that the first four years of psychological training should be general (rather than specialised), the Graduate Diploma focuses on generalist professional psychology skills. You will plan, implement and report on a Research Project under supervision, in addition to undertaking a number of core courses (Psychological practice, Psychological research, Psychological Research in Practice, Psychological Assessment).
The above are a few examples of the career opportunities that this program can contribute to.
On completion of this program you will be eligible to apply for positions that facilitate the supervision pathway to registration as a psychologist in Australia or for further postgraduate study in psychology, such as a Masters program, that can lead to registration as a psychologist.
The program aims to maintain a balance between general and specialist fields, as well as between professional practice and research. Thus, it offers the opportunity for further specialist training, as well as developing skills for those who wish to assume various research, welfare or counselling positions.
If what you have learned at work, from other courses, from life experience or training provided at work is relevant to this course, you may be entitled to gain subject credits or exemptions. For further details contact Federation University on 1800 333 864.
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