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Module details for 2022/23.

15 credits

FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)

Module Outline

This module describes what clinical psychology is and explores a range of contemporary issues in the professional practice of clinical psychology and related professional groups.

The module will begin by exploring the profession of clinical psychology and how it has evolved - we'll think about how people become clinical psychologists and what they do when they are qualified. We'll explore the different models of working in clinical psychology including the 'intuitive practitioner', 'scientist practitioner' and 'reflective practitioner' approaches. We'll consider what makes clinical psychology unique in the multidisciplinary context - and learn about what it means to work psychologically in the modern healthcare system. This will include a consideration of the roles other professional groups who offer psychological intervention such as psychological therapists and psychological well-being practitioners.

We'll think about the range of different theoretical approaches and basic psychological science that underpins the knowledge and practice of clinical psychology - in particular learning theory and behaviourism, cognitive theory, systemic approaches and psychodynamics.

Contemporary debates in clinical psychology practice will be considered, these include the value of formulation versus diagnosis, the role of common versus specific factors in psychological interventions, the meaning and implementation of evidence based practice in clinical psychology.

We'll go on to explore some of the important drivers of clinical practice that influence the delivery of clinical psychology within modern health services in the United Kingdom - this will include an introduction to the modern National Health Service, the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence, and the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies Programme. Finally, we'll look to the future of clinical psychology, and try to make some predictions about the shape of the clinical psychology and related professions in the years to come.

Module learning outcomes

Systematically understand key aspects of the ways in which clinical psychologists work in the National Health Service and beyond.

Demonstrate a comprehensive and critical awareness of a range of contemporary issues in the professional practice of clinical psychology.

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Prof Kate Cavanagh

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Prof Alison Pike

Assess convenor
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