Clinical Psychologists

Clinical psychologists have expertise in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of psychological problems and mental illness. Clinical psychologists work with infants, children, adolescents, adults and older adults. We are also involved in designing and implementing a wide range of prevention and mental health promotion programs. We are employed in many settings including: private practice, hospitals, universities, general medical practices, community health centres and mental health services. Find out about the skills and qualifications of clinical psychologists.

 

The APS College of Clinical Psychologists

The APS College of Clinical Psychologists maintains the highest standards for clinical psychology practice in Australia. Our aim is to ensure clinical psychologists are equipped to provide the best mental health care to the public using research-based knowledge and best practice treatments. We support our members by bringing them the latest research and practice news, providing opportunities for peer networking, supervision and relevant PD and supporting them on their career journey from students to early career psychologists and beyond. Most importantly, we advocate for clinical psychology services and funding broadly and also to Medicare.

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 06/04/2021) is as follows:

Courses

Post-graduate courses in each Colleges' specific area of practice are listed among the APAC-accredited Australian university courses in psychology at www.psychologycouncil.org.au.