History, Theories and Practice of Psychology

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Contextualise the evolution of psychology as a discipline;
2. Exemplify knowledge of the key tenets and methods of inquiry within particular schools of psychology;
3. Critically reflect upon what constitutes ethical and culturally appropriate assessment practice, including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities;
4. Critically evaluate the scientific evidence base for psychological interventions; and
5. Elucidate their preferred theoretical approach to psychology.