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This course is a survey of advanced topics in clinical psychology that builds upon previous courses in psychopathology assessment, and professional practice. The objectives of the course are to: - Increase specialist knowledge of areas of clinical psychology that have not been addressed more fully in the programme and which require more foundational knowledge - Develop more sophisticated assessment knowledge and skills regarding culture and diversity, and ethical issues. This includes deepening competency in working with Maori delivered through a 2-day workshop. By the end of the course, students will have more knowledge regarding specific specialist areas in clinical psychological, will have a greater understanding of cultural, social and ethical factors impacting on psychological presentation and will have a more integrate knowledge of assessment and practice.
(1) PSYC651, PSYC653, PSYC654 (2) Entry is subject to approval of the Head of Department.
Andrews, D.A., & Bonta, J; The psychology of criminal conduct ; 7th edition; New York : Routledge, 2024.
Carr, A., Linehan, C., O'Reilly, G., Walsh, P.N., & McEvoy, J; The Handbook of Intellectual Disability and Clinical Psychology Practice ; Second edition; London ; New York, NY : Routledge/Taylor & Francis Group, 2016.
Durie, Mason; Mauri ora : the dynamics of Ma¯ori health ; Auckland, N.Z.: Oxford University Press, 2001.
Waitoki, W. Levy, M. P; Te Manu Kai I Te Maatauranga Indigenous Psychology in Aotearoa New Zealand ; First edition; Wellington, New Zealand : The New Zealand Psychological Society, 2016.
Ward, T., Polaschek, D. L. L., & Beech, A. R; Theories of sexual offending ; Hoboken, NJ : Wiley, 2006.
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Domestic fee $2,219.00
International Postgraduate fees
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
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