The Master of Clinical Psychology (Defence) is offered by the University of Adelaide in conjunction with Joint Health Command, Australian Defence Force (ADF). The aim of the program is to enhance professional skills in the field of clinical psychology. The program is designed to provide Defence psychologists with the necessary skills required for providing health care and organisational support to ADF personnel. Successful graduates will gain a broad understanding of ADF Health Services as well as develop the relevant skills and training relating to mental health promotion and clinical practice. It is designed to satisfy the full requirements of the Psychology Board of Australia as well as membership to the Australian Psychological Society College of Clinical Psychologists.
This program is provisionally accredited by the Australian Psychological Accreditation Council and has been endorsed by the APS’s College of Clinical Psychologists.
To be eligible for admittance to the program applicants must be an Australian Defence Force psychologist (including members of the ADF reserves), Commonwealth Department of Defence employed psychologist or a contracted health practitioner (psychologist) in Joint Health Command. Applicants will also be accepted from ADF members who aspire to become psychologists through Defence.
The Master of Clinical Psychology (Defence) is an AQF Level 9 Masters Extension qualification with a standard full-time duration of 2 years.