Pathways to Becoming a Psychologist

Which organization offers a range of resources for psychology students, including an online hub called Student HQ?

A PCA
A PC
A PCP
A PS (correct)

What is the main purpose of clinical supervision?

To discuss cases and deal with complex issues (correct)
To encourage student members to become part of the society
To provide malpractice insurance
To provide line supervision

Which sector lacks the support of a bureaucratic system?

Neither sector
Both sectors
Public sector
Private sector (correct)

What is the importance of maintaining privacy, dignity, and confidentiality in psychology?

To actively promote safety (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the underrepresentation rate of First Nations people in psychology?

700% (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which professional organization has the highest number of members?

Australian Psychological Society (APS) (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of joining a professional organization?

Access to a community of peers (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which professional organization has the most divisions?

American Psychological Association (APA) (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which professional organization is part of AHPRA?

Australian Psychological Society (APS) (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of professional organizations in psychology?

To provide a sense of what's acceptable within the profession (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which university in New South Wales offers organisational psychology?

Macquarie (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the selection process steps for the organisational psychology program?

Referee reports are read (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the tips for career preparation in the field of psychology?

Seek relevant experience related to the type of work you want to do (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many endorsement pathways are currently available in psychology?

9 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are some career paths that psychology graduates can pursue?

Research, market research, all of the above (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a Masters programme offered by Macquarie?

Educational psychology (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of organisational psychology?

Improving productivity and well-being in organisations (B) Signup and view all the answers

Where can organisational psychologists find job opportunities?

Consulting firms and corporates (B) Signup and view all the answers

What sets Macquarie apart from other universities in New South Wales?

Its exclusive offering of organisational psychology (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which other professionals do students in Macquarie's Masters programmes collaborate with?

Social workers and occupational therapists (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which pathway requires an additional year of postgraduate study at university and a full year internship?

Five plus one pathway (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the competencies required for psychologists?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which pathway is no longer available to support becoming a psychologist?

Four plus two pathways (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for provisional registration to become a psychologist?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical day like for a psychologist working in a community mental health center?

Allocating jobs for the day such as crisis calls and emergency department assessments (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a challenge in providing quality mental health services?

Integration of care services for better coordination (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why First Nations people prefer to talk to someone who understands their culture?

To receive culturally secure care (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one importance of learning about patients' culture in the context of mental health services?

To create a safe space for patients and psychologists to work together (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one negative impact of long transitions on patients in the context of mental health services?

Delay in receiving timely services (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one importance of considering the point of view of service users, their families, and friends in decision-making?

To involve all stakeholders in decision-making (B) Signup and view all the answers