Graduate · Psychology
Graduate Diploma in Creative Arts Therapies
Murdoch University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
The 24 credit point first year of Murdoch's Master of Creative Arts Therapies, which Murdoch says is the only program of its kind in Western Australia. Study is highly experiential, taught in purpose-built creative arts therapies spaces through workshops and supervised practice, and covers arts psychotherapy theory and foundational practice. Completing the diploma is the entry point to the master's year, where students build toward professional membership with ANZACATA and Level 2 membership with the Australian Counselling Association. Entry involves a creative practice portfolio and an interview. It suits people committed to training as creative arts therapists.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Clinical PsychologistANZSCO 272311
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Registration needs the full accredited sequence (accredited bachelor's, honours, then an accredited master's or doctorate), which takes several years beyond a first degree. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
Educational PsychologistANZSCO 272312
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, subject to the same long registration pathway as other endorsed psychology areas. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
Organisational PsychologistANZSCO 272313
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, subject to the same long registration pathway as other endorsed psychology areas. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Psychology Board of Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
A relevant bachelor degree in arts, health, or a related discipline, or equivalent.
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