PSY6301 Advanced placement and case analysis (Clinical psychology)

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

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   On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to demonstrate th efollowing skills under each professional competency domain:
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   Demonstrate an applied knowledge of high prevalence disorders and specialised knowledge of one or two clinical presentations. Demonstrate a coherent and evidence based working model of psychopathology and therapy ‐ either a comprehensive understanding of one therapeutic model or integrated use of a range of approaches, and associated intervention strategies.

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   Demonstrate a detailed and applied understanding of ethical and legal principles, show self‐awareness, and use supervision to manage ethical issues appropriately. Show confidence in managing routine ethical issues in practice, demonstrate professional conduct at all times.

4. 4

   Demonstrate confident clinical interviewing skills, and competent administration of; Mental Status Examinations and test administration and interpretation.
   Knowledge of a broader range of tests and appropriate test selection is evidenced. A hypothesis testing approach to assessment is demonstrated, and trainees can develop effective clinical formulations. Writes
   reports that are informed, succinct, valid and well organised.

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   Demonstrate a depth of knowledge of intervention theories and strategies including their evidence base, and apply these confidently to high prevalence disorders. Show skilled use of therapeutic techniques, and the ability to develop theoretically driven formulations and treatment plans and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.

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   Application of the scientist‐practitioner approach to clinical practice and consistently integrates evidence‐based practice into their work.

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   Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills with a range of clients and stakeholders; and excellent rapport building skills with a range of presentations. Ability to communicate clinical information in a clear and concise manner that is well organised, and, and suited to a range of purposes and audiences.

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   Demonstrate both self‐directed and guided reflections on clinical practice, which are sufficiently insightful to enable adaptive practice learning and behaviour change.