Psychology registration

You must be a registered psychologist to practise as a psychologist and to use the title 'psychologist'. First you must undertake at least four years of academic study: an approved three years undergraduate sequence in psychology, plus either a level-4 honours year or the Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science.

You can then register as a provisional psychologist while you undertake a minimum of two years of further training to achieve general registration as a psychologist. Currently, these two years can be completed as an approved internship under the supervision of a registered psychologist or as a two- or three-year postgraduate degree (Master or Doctor of Psychology) which incorporates clinical work experience and coursework.

Deakin's psychology courses are recognised by the Australian Psychological Society and Psychology Board of Australia, and are accredited by the Australian Psychological Accreditation Council. To become a full member of the Australian Psychological Society requires six years of academic study. To become an associate member requires a four-year sequence of academic study. Being professionally recognised means you’ll graduate with excellent career opportunities.