University of Technology Sydney

96050 Clinical Health Psychology

6cp; 2hpw (lecture), 1hpw (tutorial); availability: students who have successfully completed all previous Master of Clinical Psychology subjects
Requisite(s): 96043 Introduction to Clinical Practice Skills AND 96044 Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychology AND 96045 Adult Clinical Psychology 1 AND 96049 Assessment Across the Lifespan AND 96046c Research Project 1 AND 96047c Clinical Placement 1 AND 96048c Adult Clinical Psychology 2
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Description

This subject is an introduction to the application of clinical psychology theories and models to disorders involving physical illness and disability. Students develop a biopsychosocial understanding of a range of commonly presenting acute and chronic physical health problems. They are required to apply evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention strategies as appropriate.

Typical availability

Spring session, City campus


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