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Course Description
As an evidence-based discipline, psychological research forms the foundation for the development and evaluation of interventions to address issues that impact on the health and wellbeing of all people. Psychologists can inform state and federal policy makers, and assist individuals, groups, organisations and communities through the application of psychological theory… For more content click the Read More button below.
Topics
This course will focus on the advancement of students' critical understanding of various psychological theories that explain human behaviour from a range of differing perspectives. This understanding will be developed through comparisons of various theoretical frameworks and the application of these perspectives to issues faced by Australians today. Specific topics… For more content click the Read More button below.
Availability
Toowoomba
Course Contacts
Chris Watling
Zahra Izadikhah
Course Requirements
Other
Assessments
Essay
Presentation
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:
1.
Critically evaluate psychological theories that could be applied to a current societal issue in the areas of clinical, counselling, health, community, organisational, social or developmental psychology;
2.
Assess and critically evaluate current societal issue affecting individuals, groups, organisations, and/or community wellbeing;
3.
Identify the antecedents, possible consequences, and potential impact of a current societal issue at various systemic or community levels;
4.
Develop ethical, evidence-based strategies or interventions that address the societal issue, thereby enhancing psychological health and wellbeing;
5.
Identify relevant diversity issues that must be considered in developing and applying these interventions (e.g., culture, gender, age, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, disability, and socioeconomic status); and
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Use high-level interpersonal communication skills in presenting findings.