APS College of Clinical Psychologists

About Us

The APS College of Clinical Psychologists

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.

Our membership

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. 

The College membership (as of 05/02/2013) is as follows:

Membership Type # Members
Full Members    3757
Associate Members      219
Affiliate Members       26
International Affiliate        1
Student Subscribers      251
Academic Member        2
Total    4256
By State Members 31/8/11  Members 05/02/13
ACT 125 132
NSW 1228 1310
NT 18 25
QLD 665 755
SA 405 420
TAS 99 108
VIC 1058 1150
WA 309 302
INTERNATIONAL 48 54
Total 3955 4256

Courses

Post-graduate courses in each College specialisation are listed among the APAC-accredited Australian university courses in psychology at www.psychologycouncil.org.au.