Welcome

Founded in 1993, the College of Professional Psychology COPP (formerly known as the College of Psychological Practice), aims to make a positive contribution to the mental wellbeing of our wider community through expanding the capabilities and practical experience of psychologists and related mental health practitioners by: -

continuing professional development

supervision, and

the psychologists' registration (internship) program.

Seeking to 'meet the need and make a difference' and guided by a not-for-profit philosophy, COPP aims to deliver programs that are relevant, practical, skills oriented and provide value for money.

COPP has made a significant contribution in supporting psychology graduates to achieve their goal of becoming fully registered psychologists.

Providing personalised attention and support, developing relevant practical skills through flexible learning and with reasonable fees, COPP is committed to continuing to provide an alternative pathway to full registration through an internship program which meets the requirements of the Psychology Board of Australia.

COPP's registration program allows interns to enhance their academic achievements by developing a broad range of practical/professional skills that can be readily applicable to a variety of employment settings.

COPP believes it is the development of a broad professional skills base that has allowed our graduates to achieve success in a wide range of professional settings including private practice, rehabilitation and community mental health.

Facilitated by a team of experienced psychology practitioners keen to give something back to their profession, COPP’s programs provide participants with supportive learning opportunities to help you make a difference in the community.

To find out more, please contact us.

Lawrence Fong
Director

What graduates said...

The path linking a 4 year degree in psychology and becoming a registered psychologist is far from clear. Being part of COPP has clarified this and provided up-to-date information on what is required to become a practising psychologist. This guidance and support has been there since starting on day one. Not only are the staff and supervisors experienced and knowledgeable, they are also friendly and flexible and make an effort to get to know you on a personal level. COPP provides a place where you can learn and grow as a professional along with other provisional psychologists, who all bring different experiences and backgrounds. I have learnt so much in a short space of time with COPP and made friends along the way that I will stay in contact with for life.

Liam Nicholls
COPP Graduate
Registered Psychologist

I would like to warmly thank COPP for helping me out through all the process of getting registered. When I first came from Brazil, a year and a half ago, I thought that becoming a fully registered psychologist in Australia would be an impossible dream to achieve but thanks to COPP, it has come true! I cannot thank you guys enough for all your support and kindness.

Ana Kasper
COPP Graduate
Registered Psychologist

COPP provided excellence in teaching and learning through principal supervision, small group supervision, workshops and organisational visits. The course assignments were interesting, helpful and stimulating helping me meet the requirements for full registration as a psychologist in NSW. Most importantly, practicum leaders at COPP were knowledgeable, helpful and enthusiastic making the course enjoyable.

Emma Howard
COPP Graduate
Registered Psychologist

COPP has provided me with a strong practical and theoretical learning across a wide range of domains. It has been invaluable working closely with other interns and psychologists from a wide range of experiences, interests and backgrounds. The applied focus of the COPP learning experience should not be understated. In numerous counselling sessions, working with role plays and group discussions, interns are given the opportunity to practice a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques, in a safe environment. This was important to determine what ‘works for you’, what may be blind spots, or what may be particular strengths and interests.

I thoroughly enjoyed my COPP experience and found it invaluable in facilitating my personal and professional growth as an individual and a Psychologist. I also now have a wealth of resources, insights, and contacts that I will continue to reference throughout my career as a psychologist.

Brian Langsworth
COPP Graduate
Registered Psychologist

Deciding to do my registration through COPP was one of the best decisions I ever made. COPP made the registration process easy to understand and manageable to achieve while working full-time. The administration support is excellent, the supervisors are skilled and supportive, and the practicum leaders are knowledgeable and up-to-date with current practice. Another wonderful bonus of training at COPP is the networking and support you receive from your fellow interns. It is great to find out about other opportunities as a psychologist that your peers are pursuing, as well as discussing common practice issues. I feel the training and support I received over the two years has greatly contributed to achieving my professional goals and will continue to do so through networking and affiliation with COPP.

Jacqueline Marquis-Conder
COPP Graduate
Registered Psychologist

I cannot speak highly enough of all the staff at the College - I felt that I had an entire team on my side throughout the whole registration process and they helped me every step of the way. What would have been a very challenging ordeal if I had been on my own, ended up being suprisingly straightforward. The COPP program was outstanding value for money and I would recommend COPP to anyone seeking psychology registration.

Anthony Berrick
COPP Graduate
Registered Psychologist

In my four years of tertiary training, I felt that my personal values and beliefs were ignored if not totally stamped out. COPP is different.

COPP encouraged me to think, "how can my personal values and beliefs develop me as a psychologist with competence and integrity?"

Jason Tam
COPP Graduate
Registered Psychologist