The APS, with input from experts in the field, has developed a new eLearning activity on Advanced Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).  CBT has evolved and now includes theoretically integrative and flexible case formulation approaches, incorporating attachment styles, schema...

Series: Cultural competency This is the first acitivity in the series. It will focus on the “first interview” with the culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) adult clients, who are from migrant or refugee backgrounds. These individuals can experience language and cult...

Content advisory note This educational activity contains content on self-harm, suicide, trauma, and more. These subjects can be distressing and may evoke strong emotional responses. Please take care of your wellbeing and we encourage you to take breaks and/or seek support i...

Psychologists who wish to provide supervision for registrants undertaking the 4+2 and 5+1 internships, the registrar program and higher degree placements, must complete the required training to be a Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA)-approved supervisor. The APS is a Psy...

Psychologists who wish to provide supervision for registrants undertaking the 4+2 and 5+1 internships, the registrar program and higher degree placements, must complete the required training to be a Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA)-approved supervisor. The APS is a Psy...

PsyBA-approved Supervisor refresher training Master class (Part 4) has been developed for psychologists who want to maintain their status as a Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA)-approved supervisor (principal or secondary). Approved supervisors are eligible to enrol a...

Psychologists are discovering the benefits of emerging artificial intelligence (AI) applications for mental health – and the ethical considerations that they present.  By now, most people will have heard of the term ‘digital mental health’. Promising technological applicati...

Published Oct 2023

The following resources have been compiled by a national working group composed of representatives from Australian psychology training programs whom have experience in TeleHealth practice, training, and/or research, and include Dr. Erika Penney (University of Technology Sydney...

Last reviewed Jul 2020

The APS Board of Directors recently approved a revised version of the Ethical guidelines on the prohibition of sexual activity with clients. The guideline was compiled through extensive consultation with APS Member Groups and relevant members. Go to Ethical Guidelines. The A...

Published Jul 2017

The APS now has a retirement reduction for members who are retired or semi-retired. If you think you might be eligible you can download the application form. The APS has been heavily involved in establishing a Trauma Support Provider Directory as part of the National Redr...

Published Jun 2019