Psychologist Registration Supervision Program

The most flexible way to a recognised counselling qualification. Enrol now.

A Streamlined Approach to Registration

To be registered as a psychologist in Australia, you need to undertake 4 years of academic study in psychology, followed by 2 years of supervised practice to meet the requirements of State Government Psychologist Registration Boards.

ACAP's 2-year Psychologist Registration Supervision Program meets all requirements for psychologist registration in ACT, NSW, Queensland and Victoria . Upon completion, you receive a Certificate in Psychological Practice.

What's Included

Work placement
Individual supervision
Group supervision
Training workshops
Optional psychometric testing module
Ongoing support and advice
Professional indemnity insurance
Evening and weekend classes

The program combines experienced supervisors, applied training and quality work placements to give you a confident start to your career. It is ideal for those seeking a career in counselling, organisational psychology, or community or mental health psychology.

Quick Course Guide
Qualification	Certificate in Psychological Practice	Delivered by	ACAP
Study time	2 years part-time. Enquire now for more details on study time and enrolment dates.	Pre-requisites	4-year approved psychology degree

Program Components

ACAP's Psychologist Registration Supervision Program meets the supervision and work experience criteria of interns interested in all areas of psychology.

You have the opportunity to gain knowledge, skills and experience in multiple aspects of psychological practice. You'll gain a thorough practical and theoretical foundation in psychology, as well as a comprehensive understanding of the ethical issues related to psychology practice.

The program is made up of the following components:

Work placement

This 2-year program includes a minimum work placement of 6 to 9 months in a counselling, community or organisation setting. ACAP has an extensive network of placement organisations, and guarantees to find you appropriate work placement.

Regional work placements can be arranged if you are regionally located in NSW, ACT, Victoria or Queensland. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant to find out more.

Individual Supervision

ACAP has a team of highly trained supervising psychologists who are accredited and experienced in supervision. You can select a supervisor to complement your own area of interest. You can also select a secondary supervisor to develop expertise in another area.

Group Supervision

Group supervision, conducted in groups of 5, covers core and elective competencies required for registration and recommended for professional practice. This component provides a network with other interns.

Training Workshops

ACAP offers high quality training in counselling and human resource management through a range of government-accredited courses. You can select modules from a wide range of courses available to meet your specific training requirements. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more details on the modules available and class times.

Psychometric Testing

This module develops your skills in assessment and diagnosis, competencies that are expected of you as a psychologist in the workplace. It is optional in ACT, NSW and Queensland, and compulsory in Victoria.

Be Job Ready

Classes for this counselling course are small and interactive, and focus on hands-on learning. The curriculum is developed and updated in consultation with industry, so you are work ready upon completion and able to apply your skills immediately in your personal and professional life.

Flexibility and Choice

A key feature of this psychologist registration program is flexibility:

Four intakes each year
Individual supervision session times determined by you in consultation with your supervisor
Group supervision conducted during evenings and on weekends
Training workshops conducted during the day, evenings, weekends and in Summer School.
Work placement can be arranged in your regional location

Flexible & Affordable Study
	Flexibility and support were the reasons I chose ACAP. Choice of class times means I can continue to work full-time and the government loan scheme helps pay my fees. Malcolm Breen

The Psychologist Registration Supervision Program is available at ACAP campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

Psychologist Registration Board Requirements

The following information shows the workplace experience, supervision and professional development required for psychologist registration in NSW, ACT, Queensland and Victoria. ACAP's program meets all these requirements:

	NSW/ACT	Queensland	Victoria
Entry Requirements	An approved 4 year qualification in Psychology	An approved 4 year qualification in Psychology	An approved 4 year qualification in Psychology
Individual Supervision	60 hours	60 hours	75 hours
Group Supervision	40 hours	40 hours	25 hours
Training Workshops / Seminars	60 hours	60 hours (2 ACAP modules)	60 hours
Workplace Experience	20 hours per week, over 48 weeks per year, for 2 years.	2-3 days per week over two years. 1600 hours minimum.	5 days per week over 2 years, or part time equivalent. 3600 hours.

About ACAP

ACAP is a leading Higher Education Provider (HEP) in applied psychology and a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). ACAP educators are highly experienced practitioners with current industry knowledge.

ACAP has a respected reputation and an extensive network in the psychology sector. The College draws on this network to provide you with interesting, challenging and varied practical experience.

Find out more about ACAP.