James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021

PY6015 - Child and Family Therapy

Miscellaneous enrolment in this subject requires the approval of the Coordinator of Professional Programs (Psychology).

Subject Description

This subject will develop the skills of the student to deal with more complex psychological and behavioural disorders. Topics will include child and adolescent psychopathology and the use of family therapy intervention.

Learning Outcomes

• skills in the assessment and identification of disorders specific to children and adolescents
• skills in the assessment of family dynamics and functioning
• basic knowledge and skills in the use of family based interventions

Subject Assessment

• Participation > Class participation - Individual
• Written > Case notes - (30%) - Individual
• Written > Case study analysis - (30%) - Individual
• Written > Critical appraisal/review - (40%) - Individual

Note that 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.

Special Assessment Requirements

Passing requirements: complete and submit all assessment items; participate in all scheduled classes; achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application of any penalties such as late penalties.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  PY5005 PY5301 PY5302 PY5303 PY5304 PY5305 PY6011 PY6122 PY6301 PY6302 PY6303

Availabilities