James Cook University Psychology School Overview

Psychology at James Cook University has a well-earned international reputation for excellence in teaching and research and the friendliness, helpfulness, and approachability of its staff. JCU’s Master of Psychology (Clinical) is a postgraduate coursework degree designed to equip graduates with the advanced academic and practical training for professional practice that is required for registration as a practising psychologist. You will benefit from training in state-of-the-art facilities.

Why study at the James Cook University?

Psychology at James Cook University has a well-earned international reputation for excellence in teaching and research, and the friendliness, helpfulness, accessibility and approachability of its academic and general staff.

JCU’s tutorial classes are among the smallest in the country, providing the opportunity for personalized assistance. Our students benefit from well-equipped, modern facilities and an excellent research infrastructure.

Professional Recognition in Canada

The James Cook University Master of Psychology (Clinical) course provides advanced academic and practical postgraduate training at a level sufficient to meet the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council’s (APAC) accreditation criteria. With one further year of supervised practice in the field, graduates of this course will be eligible for full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and membership of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists.

Canadian psychology license are regulated by each province, so graduates applying to licensing in Canada will be required to contact each province’s licensing body you want to practice in. For a list of provincial licensing websites visit http://www.cpa.ca/accreditation/PTlicensingrequirements/.

KOM Consultants understands the process and requirements needed to enter the profession in Canada. Contact KOM Consultants for more information.

All students applying directly through KOM will be supported with the latest information on the accreditation process.