Students who are enrolled in an APAC-accredited Masters or D Psych program are eligible to join the College of Educational and Developmental Psychologists at no additional cost.
A student subscription affords those interested in Educational and Developmental Psychology to seek opportunities for further learning in the specialism, network with Educational and Developmental Psychologists and share resources available to College members.
Other benefits of a Student Subscription include:
Australian Catholic University:
Monash University:
Queensland University of Technology:
University of Melbourne:
Educational and Developmental Psychologists work in various settings (including research and practice), to try and achieve wellbeing for all across the lifespan.
Educational and Developmental Psychologists may work with individuals, couples, families, groups, organisations, or with systems.
In educational settings more specifically, these psychologists focus on identification and early identification of many issues and problems, to apply principles of learning and development throughout the course of life.
Areas of practice:
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This is your CV! Put your name here.
205 Smith Drive, Smithville NSW 2008
Home ph.: 02 9000 5555 Mobile: 0444 444 444 Email: [email protected]
An educational/developmental psychologist, with two years' experience in the inclusive education field, I have worked on (list key areas ñ e.g. early intervention with children diagnosed with ASD). I have a proven track record of (put your notable relevant skills e.g. employing ABA therapy). I've recently gained skills/interest in (name area of interest, or a new qualification) and am now seeking a new professional challenge.
The aim of the section is to give the person reading your resume a quick snapshot of what you have to offer in the hope they instantly place you in the short list pile. As a guide, six points is good but there is no real rule. Another tip, be specific. I see a lot of "Excellent Communication Skills" but what does that mean? Here are some examples:
May 2010 - present: Ed/Dev. Psychologist
early intervention centre
Describe the centreís main activity or focus. This is appropriate for those coming from overseas or in cases where the company might be largely unknown. Large, well known or blatantly obvious organisations (such as a large size metropolitan school) may not require any explanation.
Key responsibilities
Provide detailed summary of the role ís key responsibilities and accountabilities. Do not go for the longest list, be concise and to the point. Try not to include the obvious i.e. to deliver early intervention to children.
Make it clear, and succinct - such as:
Key achievements
If you have any prior positions, or relevant jobs - list as per the above format (i.e. date of employment, etc.)
Start with your highest qualification first
Include only those relevant to your career. Some examples:
Some people choose to include their referees while others do not.
Note: this CV template has been developed using www.Careerone.com.au/
This is an excellent site to look at for developing cover letters, resumes, and so on.
Information about depression including how it feels and how it is treated.
Web based learning course for trauma focused CBT
CBT treatment manuals for client use
The following list of associations advocate a similar interest and focus as the APS College of Educational and Developmental Psychologists. Perusal of these websites might reveal relevant resources and information.
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Australian Capital Territory |
RSM Bird Cameron Building 103-105 Northbourne Avenue Canberra ACT 2601 |
AHPRA GPO Box 9958 Canberra ACT 2601 |
Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm |
New South Wales | Level 51 680 George Street Sydney, NSW 2000 |
AHPRA GPO Box 9958 Sydney NSW 2001 |
Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm |
Northern Territory |
Level 5 22 Harry Chan Avenue Darwin, NT 0800 |
AHPRA GPO Box 9958 Darwin, NT 0801 |
Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm |
Queensland | Level 18 179 Turbot Street Brisbane QLD 4000 |
AHPRA GPO Box 9958 Brisbane QLD 4001 |
Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm |
South Australia | Level 8 121 King William Street Adelaide SA 5000 |
AHPRA GPO Box 9958 Adelaide SA 5001 |
Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm |
Tasmania | Level 12 86 Collins Street Hobart TAS 7000 |
AHPRA GPO Box 9958 Hobart TAS 7001 |
Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm |
Victoria | Level 8 111 Bourke Street Melbourne VIC 3000 |
AHPRA GPO Box 9958 Melbourne VIC 3001 |
Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm |
Western Australia | Level 1 541 Hay Street Subiaco WA 6008 |
AHPRA GPO Box 9958 Perth WA 6001 |
Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm |
National | Level 7 111 Bourke Street Melbourne VIC 3000 |
AHPRA GPO Box 9958 Melbourne VIC 3001 |
Working in partnership with AHPRA to protect the public and guide the profession.
www.psychologyboard.gov.au
The core role of the Psychology Board of Australia is to protect the public. One of the ways they do this is by making sure that only practitioners who have the skills and qualifications to provide safe care and psychological services to the Australian community are registered to practise in the psychology profession.
The registration types for the psychology profession are:
All registered psychologists are included on the National Register of Practitioners. You can search the Registers of Practitioners for the registration status and details of psychologists and other health practitioners
Provisional registration is the registration type that enables to the individual to complete a period of supervised practice that is required to become eligible for General registration as a psychologist.
There are three different pathways that allow the individual to complete the necessary period of supervised practice:
The requirements for provisional registration are set out in the Provisional registration standard.
General registration is available to psychologists who meet the eligibility requirements under section 52 of the National Law. General registration as a psychologist enables an individual to work in any area of psychology that is within their scope of competence and use the title 'Psychologist'. All psychologists with General registration meet a minimum standard of education and training and have been assessed as a suitable person to hold General registration in the profession.
The requirements for general registration are set out in the General registration standard.
The education and training requirement for General registration is a six year sequence comprising a four year accredited sequence of study such as an honours degree followed by two years of supervised practice as a Provisional Psychologist.
Other requirements to obtain or maintain General registration include continuing professional development (PD), meeting english language proficiency requirements, complying with professional indemnity insurance arrangements, and meeting required recency of practice (these are readily available from the website).
Psychologists with General registration that have a recognised higher degree and advanced supervised practice in a particular area of practice can apply for an area of practice endorsement on their General registration.
Renewal of registration and keep up to date!
The registration renewal date for the psychology profession is 30 November ñ the annual renewal date for the profession under the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme.
Psychologists who renewed their registration by 30 June 2011 were given valid registration for five months and must renew again. The registration renewal cycle for psychologists in Australia with general, limited and non-practising registration is now aligned and annual registration is due each year by 30 November.
Psychologists with provisional registration renew on their anniversary date.
The Psychology Board of Australia is currently developing a National Psychology Examination which will be implemented from 1 July 2013 for applicants seeking general registration.
The Board has also released a recommended Reading List for the National Psychology Examination. The reading list will be updated as required and the Board welcomes recommendations for additional readings.
How long will my application take to process?
If your application is considered complete
This means AHPRA has received all the information to complete an assessment. Refer to the relevant section of The Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act 2009 ('the National Law'). The standard timeframe for the assessment of a complete application is:
If your application is not considered complete
This means AHPRA has not received all the information to complete an assessment. Refer to the relevant section of The Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act 2009 ('the National Law'). A timeframe cannot be given here due to outstanding requirements.
If you are unsure what is outstanding, please contact AHPRA to identify what is still required. Alternatively, forward all outstanding requirements to AHPRA so an assessment can take place.
What does complete mean with respect to the National Law?
For an application to be considered complete a number of conditions must be met depending on the type of application. Please refer below for further information.
Application for Registration
Section 77(2) of the National Law requires that an application for registration must:
a. be in the form approved by the National Board; and
b. be accompanied by the relevant fee; and
c. be accompanied by proof of the applicantís identity; and
d. be accompanied by any other information reasonably required by the Board.
Application for Endorsement
Section 99(2) of the national law requires that an application for endorsement must:
a. be in the form approved by the National Board; and
b. be accompanied by the relevant fee; and
c. be accompanied by any other information reasonably required by the Board.
Application for Renewal of Registration
Section 107(4) of the national law requires that an application for renewal of registration or endorsement must:
a. be in the form approved by the National Board; and
b. be accompanied by the relevant fee; and
c. if the application for renewal is made after the registered health practitionerís period of registration ends, be accompanied by the relevant fee for a late application; and
d. be accompanied by the annual statement required under section 109; and
e. be accompanied by any other information reasonably required by the Board.
All students are welcomed and encouraged to become involved in CEDP. Various opportunities exist, such as:
So, whatever your particular skill, interest, or talent - we would love your help!
A special thanks to the Student Resources Sub Group that created this content:
Disclaimer: the resources on this page have been sourced from the websites listed, and examples are purely fictitious!