Practical Placement and Therapy Methods
30.0 ECTS creditsModule 1 Psychological Treatment Methods and Principles (6 ECTS cr)
The aim of the module is to provide an overview of fundamental concepts, theories and approaches in psychotherapy in relation to theory of science perspectives on psychotherapy, common factors and psychotherapy research with a focus on cognitive behavioural therapy and psychodynamic therapy. Therapy schools of thought in cognitive behavioural and psychodynamic therapy are discussed. Basic therapeutic approaches with an emphasis on the client-therapist relationship in cognitive behavioural and psychodynamic therapy are treated. Different methods for the treatment of mental disorders in children and young people are presented along with the evidence situation in the field. Students lay a foundation for later specialisation in cognitive behavioural therapy or psychodynamic therapy. At the conclusion of the module, students choose one of these specialisations for the Master level.
Module 2 Psychologist Placement (20 ECTS cr)
The module is a continuous placement period at the workplace of professional psychologists, during which students are supervised by a licenced psychologist at the workplace. The module provides professional practice and in consultation with and under supervision students carry out the duties that a psychologist normally has. Considerable weight is placed on developing students' professional approach to clients, next-of-kin, colleagues and partners. A central aspect of the course is that students develop the ability to integrate theory and practice in order to attain a sustainable and evidence-based approach. The placement is organised as broadly as possible in regard to the workplace situation to afford students wide experience of a psychologist's duties and areas of responsibility. As far as possible, most phases of a psychologist's duties, such as assessing, taking measures, treating, evaluating and reporting, are dealt with and practised during the placement period, which also includes that students collect, process, document and report information relevant to the profession in a correct and ethically professional way.
Module 3 Theoretical Perspective on the Placement (2 ECTS cr)
Students acquire a theoretical view of the importance of the placement in regard to developing and maintaing professional competence. Theoretical perspectives on being a supervisor and being supervised are treated. The evidence concept is treated in a placement perspective.
Module 4 Self-Reflection, Communication and Professional Competences (2 ECTS cr)
The module is based on reflections on the professional choices available to psychologists. Students reflect and discuss therapy theories and experiences of how these are implemented in practice. There are discussions on themes such as the value of treatment models and relevance in different contexts. Individual development plans are drawn up and revised on the basis of new knowledge and experience and students are expected to make personal reflections on their own professional development.
The aim of the module is to provide an overview of fundamental concepts, theories and approaches in psychotherapy in relation to theory of science perspectives on psychotherapy, common factors and psychotherapy research with a focus on cognitive behavioural therapy and psychodynamic therapy. Therapy schools of thought in cognitive behavioural and psychodynamic therapy are discussed. Basic therapeutic approaches with an emphasis on the client-therapist relationship in cognitive behavioural and psychodynamic therapy are treated. Different methods for the treatment of mental disorders in children and young people are presented along with the evidence situation in the field. Students lay a foundation for later specialisation in cognitive behavioural therapy or psychodynamic therapy. At the conclusion of the module, students choose one of these specialisations for the Master level.
Module 2 Psychologist Placement (20 ECTS cr)
The module is a continuous placement period at the workplace of professional psychologists, during which students are supervised by a licenced psychologist at the workplace. The module provides professional practice and in consultation with and under supervision students carry out the duties that a psychologist normally has. Considerable weight is placed on developing students' professional approach to clients, next-of-kin, colleagues and partners. A central aspect of the course is that students develop the ability to integrate theory and practice in order to attain a sustainable and evidence-based approach. The placement is organised as broadly as possible in regard to the workplace situation to afford students wide experience of a psychologist's duties and areas of responsibility. As far as possible, most phases of a psychologist's duties, such as assessing, taking measures, treating, evaluating and reporting, are dealt with and practised during the placement period, which also includes that students collect, process, document and report information relevant to the profession in a correct and ethically professional way.
Module 3 Theoretical Perspective on the Placement (2 ECTS cr)
Students acquire a theoretical view of the importance of the placement in regard to developing and maintaing professional competence. Theoretical perspectives on being a supervisor and being supervised are treated. The evidence concept is treated in a placement perspective.
Module 4 Self-Reflection, Communication and Professional Competences (2 ECTS cr)
The module is based on reflections on the professional choices available to psychologists. Students reflect and discuss therapy theories and experiences of how these are implemented in practice. There are discussions on themes such as the value of treatment models and relevance in different contexts. Individual development plans are drawn up and revised on the basis of new knowledge and experience and students are expected to make personal reflections on their own professional development.
Progressive specialisation:
G2F (has at least 60 credits in first‐cycle course/s as entry requirements)
Education level:
Undergraduate level
Admission requirements:
Completed courses PSG010 Introduction to Psychology and the Individual from a Developmental Perspective 30 ECTS cr, PSG020 BIological Psychology, Learning, Motivation and Happiness 30 ECTS cr, PSG030 Cognitive Neuropsychology and Social Psychology, Prevention and Health 30 ECTS cr, PSG040 Individual, Organization and Community 30 ECTS cr, and attended course PSG050 Psychological Assessment of Individuals 30 ECTS cr with the modules Law and Ethics for Psychologists 4 ECTS cr and Psychological Assessment of Individuals 14 ECTS cr completed.
Selection:
Selection is usually based on your grade point average from upper secondary school or the number of credit points from previous university studies, or both.
This course is included in the following programme
- Master of Science in Psychology Programme (studied during year 3)