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Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology
Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
Monash's Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council as the fifth and sixth year of psychology training, preparing graduates to practise as educational and developmental psychologists across schools, health services, hospitals, clinics and corporate settings. The course builds evidence-based practice skills in assessment, therapy and applied research, aiming to produce independent professionals who can think critically about the psychological processes involved in learning and development across the lifespan rather than only in childhood. Because it covers two full accreditation levels in one course, it suits psychology graduates who are confident about specialising in educational and developmental psychology specifically, as distinct from clinical or professional psychology's broader scope. Graduates go on to work directly with children, families and schools, as well as in broader developmental psychology roles across health and community services.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
The course comprises 96 points structured into two parts: Part A. Applied studies (72 points) and Part B. Clinical placement (24 points). Attendance is mandatory for the clinical component of each applicable unit. You must successfully maintain and complete a practice log and competency journal as part of the course requirements. Both must be submitted to be eligible for course completion. Units are 6 points unless otherwise stated. Part A. Applied studies (72 points) You must complete the following units: EDF5561 Clinical case formulation EDF5562 Ethics for professional practice EDF5563 Cognitive assessment EDF5568 Professional experience in psychology* EDF5569 Advanced practice in educational and developmental psychology EDF5570 Advanced clinical interventions for mental health EDF5571 Advanced psychological assessment and diagnosis EDF5572 Professional experience: Working with syst..
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
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On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, subject to the same long registration pathway as other endorsed psychology areas. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
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Admissions
A fourth year of psychology study from any course accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC), which may be a graduate diploma or bachelor's honours degree, with at least a distinction (70%) average in fourth year psychology. These qualifications must have been completed within the last 10 years of the commencement date of further studies. Applicants with international qualifications will need to have their qualifications assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
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