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Clinical Skills in Neuropsychology (PSYC90082)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 2
Overview
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A semester long, lecture and workshop-based subject focused on (1) advanced issues in neuropsychological testing in professional settings; (2) principles of clinical neuropsychological interaction, including interviewing, history-taking and intervention; (3) diagnostic formulation; and (4) report writing. The administration and interpretation of current tests of mood and personality will be considered in detail.
Intended learning outcomes
Knowledge
On completion of this subject, at both a conceptual and practical level, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of clinical neuropsychological interaction, including interviewing, history-taking and intervention; diagnostic formulation; and report writing.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the factors that influence administration and interpretation of current neuropsychological measures including cultural issues.
Skills
On completion of this subject, at both a conceptual and practical level, students should be able to:
- Conduct appropriate standardised neuropsychological testing,
- Conduct professional interviews and assessments
- Communicate findings in oral and written formats, including formal psychological reports, using culturally appropriate language.
Application of Knowledge and Skills
On completion of this subject, at both a conceptual and practical level, students should be able to:
- Formulate a conceptualisation of the presenting issues and neuropsychological profile.
- Construct the clinical approach that is most appropriate for the clinical setting and the individual patient in a culturally sensitive manner.
Generic skills
Analysis and critical thinking, through evaluating the complex and varying information that needs to be amalgamated for a successful clinical interaction.
Attention to detail, through observation of features that differentiate one individual from another, and appreciation of the significance of detailed observation for effective real world action.
Written communication, through completion of assignments.
Time management and planning, through organising and integrating multiple demands of the subject.
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into or selection of one of the following:
- 527CN Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology)
- 080CN Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology)/Doctor of Philosophy
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
Completion of APAC-accredited psychology studies to fourth-year (Honours) level.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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A written report
| Mid semester | 40% |
A written examination
| During the examination period | 60% |
Hurdle requirement: A hurdle requirement of 80% attendance at lectures and a hurdle requirement of attendance at a 1 day workshop. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Jacqueline Anderson Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 18 hours Total time commitment 85 hours Teaching period 24 July 2023 to 22 October 2023 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2023 Census date 31 August 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2023 Assessment period ends 17 November 2023 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
Remaining hours are made up of self-directed learning, assignment and exam requirements
Additional delivery details
This subject is delivered either partially or fully in-person in Second Half Year 2020. Please ensure you are able to attend any essential in-person requirements or speak to Stop 1 about alternative subject options.
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
None.
Recommended texts and other resources
None.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology) Course Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology)/Doctor of Philosophy
Last updated: 10 November 2023