James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2011

PY5006 - Neuropsychology in Clinical Practice

Credit points: 03
Year: 2011
Student Contribution Band: Band 1
Administered by: School of Arts & Social Sciences

Available to MPsych, DPsych or psychology postgraduate students who have an APS-approved qualification in psychology, or its equivalent, or with permission of the course coordinator. Students must have previously completed PY3107 (Introductory Psychometrics, Assessment and Ethics) or its equivalent.

This subject is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the effects on cognitive, emotional and behavioural functions of various central nervous system disorders of the adult brain. A major focus is the evaluation of relevant behaviours for the purposes of diagnosis, treatment planning, prognosis, and rehabilitation. Some basic knowledge of neuroanatomy and neurophysiology, psychopathology and advanced psychometric assessment will be assumed.

Learning Outcomes


Availabilities

Townsville, Limited, Study Period 2
Census Date 25-Aug-2011
Face to face teaching 22-Aug-2011 to 19-Oct-2011 (Two workshops per Study Period, 22-24 August & 17-19 October)
Coord/Lect: Professor Edward Helmes.
Contact hours:
  • 39 hours workshops/Seminars
    Assessment:participation (10%); essays (30%); assignments (30%); review (30%).

    JCU Singapore, Internal, Study Period 59
    Census Date 25-Aug-2011
    Coord/Lect: Professor Nigel Marsh.
    Contact hours:
    • 39 hours workshops/Seminars
      Assessment:participation (10%); essays (30%); assignments (30%); review (30%).

      Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.