PSY1104 Psychological Skills A (FOSCI)

Units 1.0 (Psychology) Band 1

Pre-requisite: Students must be enrolled in the following Program: BPSH

Synopsis

This course deals with the fundamental issues of research and professional skills. With respect to psychological research skills we want to ensure that students understand the relationship between theory and its operationalisation through the manipulation and measurement of concrete variables and how hypotheses can be constructed from such considerations. In addition students need to develop the skills of data presentation and interpretation of graphical data. With respect to professional skills development, the foundation of all professional practice is the ethical responsibilities of the professional. This course requires students to be aware of and to be able to apply the APS code of ethics to professional issues. Finally, students' introduction to Work Integrated Learning will commence by means of a community based project.