College of Professional Psychology

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33 Years

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Your Trusted Partner for Psychology Registration Programs in Crows Nest

Established in 1993, the College of Professional Psychology has dedicated over three decades to bridging the gap between tertiary education and professional registration for psychologists. Our mission focuses on enhancing community mental well-being by expanding the practical competencies of psychology graduates, provisional psychologists, and mental health professionals. We deliver an innovative curriculum that exceeds the Psychology Board of Australia's core requirements, prioritising practice readiness for early-career psychologists. Our programs support provisional psychologists completing higher degrees while working in practice and assist overseas-qualified professionals transitioning to Australian registration. With a national reach, we provide structured internships, mentorship, and assessment support, ensuring graduates meet PsyBA standards.

Our team of experienced supervisors and facilitators offers tailored guidance, while our corporate partnerships create practical training opportunities. We maintain a commitment to accessibility, affordability, and comprehensive support throughout the registration journey. Our flexible learning modules combine self-paced e-learning, workshops, and group supervision to develop clinical and professional skills. Recognising the challenges of psychological internships, we provide continuous support from enrolment to registration. Through our programs, we aim to cultivate a new generation of practice-ready psychologists who contribute meaningfully to Australia's mental health landscape.

Services

5+1 Registration Program 4+2 Registration Program Transitional Program Corporate Training Professional Development Supervision Services Career Support Mental Health Workshops Assessment Preparation Internship Coordination

Details

Year established: 1993

Highlights and features

We offer over 30 years of experience in psychology education and registration pathways
Our programs exceed Psychology Board of Australia core competency requirements
We provide dedicated support for overseas-qualified psychologists transitioning to Australian registration
Our flexible learning combines self-paced e-learning with practical workshops and supervision
We maintain a proven track record of successful psychologist registrations since 1993

What people say

Excellent alternative Challenging and rewarding Supportive team Remove all stress Dedicated team

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5+1 Registration Program

Our 5+1 Psychology Registration Program supports emerging psychologists through structured internships combining practical experience with professional development. The program includes approved psychological practice placements, individual and group supervision, and comprehensive assessment preparation. Participants gain essential clinical skills while meeting PsyBA requirements through case reports and the National Psychology Exam.

4+2 Registration Program

This alternative pathway offers provisional psychologists practical training through two years of supervised practice. The program includes professional development workshops, mentorship, and assessment support while participants complete their Master's degree. Our structured framework ensures compliance with registration standards while developing clinical competencies for general practice.

Transitional Program

Designed for international psychology graduates, this program facilitates transition to Australian registration standards. It provides tailored assessment, supervised practice opportunities, and cultural competency training. Participants receive guidance on meeting PsyBA requirements while adapting their skills to the Australian mental health context.

Corporate Training

We deliver customised mental health training programs for organisations seeking to enhance employee wellbeing. Our workshops cover stress management, psychological safety, and mental health awareness while providing practical strategies for workplace implementation. Programs are tailored to organisational needs and delivered by experienced mental health professionals.

Professional Development

Our CPD programs offer psychologists ongoing skill development through workshops, e-learning modules, and seminars. Topics include emerging therapeutic techniques, ethical practice, and speciality areas of psychology. All programs meet AHPRA requirements while supporting professional growth and practice enhancement.

Questions

What psychology registration programs do you offer?

We provide 5+1 and 4+2 registration pathways, transitional programs for overseas graduates, and professional development courses for registered psychologists.

How long has the college been operating?

The College of Professional Psychology has delivered psychology registration programs since 1993, with over 30 years of experience in the field.

Do you support international psychology graduates?

Yes, we offer transitional programs specifically designed to help overseas-qualified psychologists meet Australian registration requirements.

What's included in the 5+1 program?

Our 5+1 pathway includes supervised practice placements, professional development workshops, individual/group supervision, and assessment preparation for the National Psychology Exam.

How do I apply for your programs?

Applications can be submitted through our website, with intake sessions available throughout the year for all registration pathways.

Reviews (5)

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Anindita Singh

Dec 31, 2019 Report

COPP has been instrumental to my progress in the 4+2 internship pathway. They provide assistance with registration, allocate suitable supervisors, offer great resources via their digital library and provide the opportunity to refine professional skills through workshops. I moved states to get a role suitable to support my registration and COPPs ability to provide resources regardless of my geographic location was a real bonus for me. I highly recommend COPP to anyone thinking of taking the 4+2 or 5+1 pathway to general registration.

Amanda Sturrock

Nov 05, 2019 Report

Fabulous, experienced, supportive staff who offer both practical skills and academically rich content to meet all registration requirements. Diverse student population, who are offered individual mentoring to reach the high standards required by COPP. Values driven organisation putting student well being back into Psychology training. The trainers are not just academics, but clinicians, and passionate Educators-of-Psychologists. I love seeing those already working in the field, as compassionate scientist-practitioners, who want to give back to the profession by training the next generation.

Mae Foster

Oct 30, 2019 Report

I have been registered with COPP since May 2019 and it has been nothing but a seamless experience so far. As an international student, there is already a lot pressure regarding registration procedure and COPP has taken any guess work out of the AHPRA process. I attended my first residential at the end of October and the clinical content was not only appropriate but of a high standard. COPP makes more than an effort to meet the requirements for AHPRA (4+2 or 5+1 pathways), they build competencies and confidence in you that you didn't you were capable of developing. A highly recommended organisation

Chanel Nagy Chanel N.

Oct 22, 2019 Report

I have been completing my internship with COPP for over one year now, and I cannot speak more highly of them. COPP has friendly, professional and supportive staff and offer services which have been fundamental to my growth as a provisional psychologist. COPP are a "one stop shop" in regards to providing services to meet the requirements of AHPRA for the 5+1 or 4+2 psychology internships. They have always responded to emails and queries quickly; and more recently offered a great deal of support regarding a work role that was a disaster (quite frankly!). Well worth the money - I'm not sure I could

Dora Abbondanza

Oct 21, 2019 Report

Great support for your pathway to general registration. Staff are awesome. Can't imagine doing it on my own. It's a one-stop shop from supervision to PD workshops to AHPRA requirements. Plus it's a cost effective. The residential workshops are a great way to get hands on learning experience, meet like-minded provisional psychs and build your network while getting your hours up. Thinking of 4+2 or 5+1? Consider these guys. Five stars!