Child Neuropsychological Disorders (PSYC90042)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Summer Term
Principal Coordinator
Dr Sarah Knight
sarah.knight@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
| Availability | Summer Term |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject covers topics such as the process of central nervous system development, and the impact of cerebral insult on the process of development. Theoretical issues, including recovery of function and cerebral plasticity, are addressed with reference to Central Nervous System (CNS) disorders common to children (such as head injury, epilepsy, cerebral infection, attention deficits, learning disabilities, and the autistic spectrum of disorders). Clinical practice in child neuropsychology is also addressed with reference to topics such as neuropsychological assessment procedures, family interventions, and behavioural management.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this placement subject, students should be able to:
Knowledge
- Describe characteristic features of CNS disorders common to children and adolescents (such as head injury, epilepsy, cerebral infection, attention deficits, learning disabilities and the autistic spectrum of disorders);
- Recognise the factors that contribute to the development and maintenance of CNS disorders that commonly present in childhood and adolescence
- Identify relevant evidence-based approaches to assessment and intervention for CNS disorders commonly seen in childhood and adolescence in a culturally appropriate manner.
Skills
On completion of this subject students should have:
- Developed skills in assessment and diagnosis of CNS disorders that typically manifest across different developmental stages during childhood.
Application of Knowledge and Skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Develop clinical case formulations and intervention plans for children and adolescents experiencing CNS disorders that take into account systemic and developmental variables.
Generic skills
Written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
Analytical, information integration and synthesizing skills.
Last updated: 23 December 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
All of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSYC90003 | Literature Review | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
6.25 |
| PSYC90006 | Basic Interventions | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
6.25 |
| PSYC90007 | Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
6.25 |
| PSYC90029 | Graduate Research Methods | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PSYC90030 | Principles of Psychological Assessment | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
6.25 |
| PSYC90031 | Adult Psychopathology | Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville) |
6.25 |
| PSYC90032 | Adult Neuropsychological Disorders | Year Long (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| PSYC90082 | Clinical Skills in Neuropsychology | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
6.25 |
| PSYC90083 | Neuroscience and Psychopharmacology | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
6.25 |
| PSYC90084 | Neuroanatomy for Neuropsychologists | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
6.25 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
Completion of APAC approved 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: 23 December 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Essay
| Middle of the Teaching Period | 50% |
Essay
| During the assessment period | 50% |
| Hurdle requirement: Hurdle requirement of at least 80% attendance at all coursework and seminar activities associated with this subject. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 23 December 2024
Dates & times
- Summer Term
Principal coordinator Sarah Knight Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total time commitment 85 hours Teaching period 15 January 2024 to 9 February 2024 Last self-enrol date 19 January 2024 Census date 2 February 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 February 2024 Assessment period ends 16 February 2024 Summer Term contact information
Principal Coordinator
Dr Sarah Knight
sarah.knight@unimelb.edu.au
Time commitment details
85 hours
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Last updated: 23 December 2024
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology)/Doctor of Philosophy Course Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology)
Last updated: 23 December 2024