The APS College of Clinical Psychologists maintains the highest standards for clinical psychology practice in Australia. Clinical psychologists are specialists in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of psychological problems and mental illness. They are located in private practice, hospitals, universities, general medical practices, community health centres and mental health services.
Clinical psychologists work with infants, children, adolescents, adults and older adults. They are also involved in designing and implementing a wide range of prevention and mental health promotion programs. Find out about the skills and qualifications of clinical psychologists in Psychologist specialist areas.
To become a full member of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists, a minimum of six years university training, including approved postgraduate clinical studies and placements in mental health settings, plus a further two years approved supervision in the clinical field is required. Members are also required to maintain a program of ongoing professional development.
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Post-graduate courses in each College specialisation are listed among the APAC-accredited Australian university courses in psychology at www.psychologycouncil.org.au.