In addition to field placements, this course continues with the training of psychological skills and ethical practices required in the professional context. Attendance at one-day workshops and once-monthly meetings is required.

Skills training includes interviewing families, group and jury processes, professional supervision, and mediation counselling. Weekly meetings will also deal with the conduct of professional psychologists, with a strong focus on the maintenance of ethical practices.

Across PSYC7409, PSYC7410, PSYC7411 and PSYC7412 students must complete 1000 hours of professional practice, including professional seminars, workshops, and external placements. Students must complete a minimum of three different field placements, of approximately 35 days in length, in settings that may include the courts, police, prisons, or other related forensic settings.