Master of Psychology Practice (Clinical)

About

The Master of Psychology Practice (Clinical) is designed for registered psychologists and extends knowledge and skills for working with people with complex psychological problems. The aim of this course is to enhance the existing professional psychology skills required to assess, diagnose, formulate, treat, and prevent psychological problems and mental illness across the lifespan.

Upon graduation, you can complete a Psychology Board of Australia approved registrar program required for clinical psychology area of practice endorsement.

Admission criteria

Applicants must be generally registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a psychologist, with a minimum of 12 months' practice as a registered psychologist, with no conditions on their registration. They must also have a GPA of at least 5.2 in their most recent Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited qualification. In addition, applicants must demonstrate achievement of Level 3 professional competencies as well as personal and professional suitability.

The admissions process will include:

• Submission of an application form and CV
• Provision of two professional referees
• Successful completion of an online quiz based on the National Psychology Examination curriculum
• Participation in an interview

Professional recognition

This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).

Fees and charges

^ Fee listed is the indicative annual course cost for 2024 and is subject to annual review. Students studying at ACAP may also be eligible for FEE-HELP.

Australian Government financial assistance

Australian College of Applied Professions Scholarships

Australian College of Applied Professions fees and financial assistance

Further information

Read the full course details on the ACAP website.

Call 1800 039 139 or email.