Clinical Psychology
Thank you for choosing a student from the Clinical Psychology program. Placements are a major component of the professional training in clinical psychology at the University of Melbourne and complements coursework and didactic units. Beyond specific skill training and a variety of clinical experiences, placements constitute the primary opportunity for development of a professional identity. On placement, trainees begin to act as autonomous professionals, and to develop their paths of specialisation and future employment.
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Before placement
It’s a good idea to start planning early for your student’s first day, as there are a few things you may need to organise.
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During placement
Ensure your student gets off to a good start by making them feel welcome, included, well-informed and equipped to do their placement tasks.
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Conclusion of placement
Ensure your student gets off to a good start by making them feel welcome, included, well-informed and equipped to do their placement tasks.
Need Help?
| Catharine McNab External Placement Coordinator t: 03 8344 1211 e: clinical-placements-psych@unimelb.edu.au | Christina Bryant Director of the Clinical Program t: 03 8344 2627 e: cbryant@unimelb.edu.au |
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