AEDPA upcoming events

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 2) (24 Jul 2026)

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 03:00:00 GMT

Are you an educational and developmental psychology registrar looking to elevate your professional skills? The Australian Educational and Developmental Psychology Association (AEDPA) has tailored an online Group Supervision Registrar Program just for you. Guided by board-approved supervisors with ample experience, this program includes 12 monthly, 1-hour teleconferencing sessions for a non-refundable upfront cost of $499. Designed to foster learning in an intimate group setting, the program is capped at just 8 participants. To qualify, you'll need to have a primary supervisor approved by AHPRA and hold a "Member" status within AEDPA.

The supervisor for these sessions is Sanchana Venkatesh.

The program will start on the 24 April 2026 at 1pm. Most sessions will run monthly from this date forward, at a regular 1pm time slot. Once the group is finalised, collaboration surrounding future session times will occur between the supervisor and the supervisees.

Dr Elwin Hu - Re-connect to Disconnect (28 Jul 2026)

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join us on 28 July 2026, 11am (AEDT) for a 90-minute live workshop hosted by the Australian Educational and Developmental Psychology Association. While the session will be recorded, participants are strongly encouraged to attend live.

Gaming has become an increasingly common part of everyday life for children, adolescents, and adults alike. While gaming can offer enjoyment, social connection, and opportunities for learning, it can also become problematic when it begins to interfere with wellbeing, relationships, education, or daily functioning. Distinguishing between healthy engagement, hazardous gaming, and gaming disorder can be challenging for both families and clinicians, particularly as gaming continues to evolve alongside technology.

In this session, Dr Elwin Hu will explore the latest evidence surrounding gaming behaviours, helping clinicians develop a clearer understanding of gaming disorder, hazardous gaming, and healthy gaming as distinct phenomena. Drawing on current research, he will introduce a risk and resilience framework to better contextualise gaming-related difficulties and discuss why parental involvement plays a pivotal role in supporting healthy gaming habits across childhood, adolescence, and even young adulthood.

The workshop will also explore practical strategies psychologists can use to support parents and families in navigating gaming-related concerns, with an emphasis on collaborative, evidence-informed approaches that strengthen family relationships while promoting healthy technology use.

This session will be particularly relevant for psychologists, allied health professionals, and clinicians working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families who are interested in better understanding and responding to gaming-related presentations in contemporary practice.

About the presenter

Dr Elwin Hu is a Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in gaming, digital wellbeing, and the impact of technology on young people's mental health and development. His work focuses on helping individuals and families better understand the complex relationship between gaming, wellbeing, and everyday functioning through evidence-informed, practical approaches.

Elwin has worked extensively with adolescents, young adults, and adults experiencing gaming-related difficulties, and is passionate about translating emerging research into strategies that clinicians and parents can confidently apply in real-world settings. Rather than viewing gaming through a purely problem-focused lens, he advocates for a balanced understanding that recognises both the benefits and potential risks of gaming, while supporting healthy engagement and stronger family relationships.

Through his clinical work, teaching, and professional education, Elwin is committed to helping clinicians navigate this rapidly evolving area with confidence, curiosity, and compassion.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 3) (31 Jul 2026)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 02:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Shannon Morley.

The program will start on 31 July 2026 at 12PM. Most sessions will run monthly from this date forward, at a regular 12PM time slot. Once the group is finalised, collaboration surrounding future session times will occur between the supervisor and the supervisees.

Thinking about becoming an Educational and Developmental Psychologist? (20 Aug 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Your Pathway to Ed & Dev Psychology Starts Here.
Five Universities. One Panel. Your Questions Answered.

Are you passionate about psychology but unsure which pathway to take? Join AEDPA for a webinar event exploring Educational and Developmental Psychology, a field offering diverse career opportunities well beyond traditional clinical roles.

This year, for the first time, we've brought together the Course Directors from every Educational and Developmental Psychology program in Australia for a live panel! Hear directly from the people who run these courses, compare what each program offers, and have your questions answered.

Meet the Panel:

Dr Zoe Morris (Monash University)
Educational and Developmental Psychologist and National Treasurer of the APS College of Educational and Developmental Psychologists (CEDP)
Associate Professor Chelsea Hyde (University of Melbourne)
Educational and Developmental Psychologist and National Chair of the APS College of Educational and Developmental Psychologists (CEDP)
Associate Professor Emma Little (Australian Catholic University)
Educational and Developmental Psychologist and Clinical Psychologist
Claire Ting (Queensland University of Technology)
Educational and Developmental Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, and Director of Advocacy for AEDPA
Associate Professor Jason Skues (Swinburne University of Technology)
Psychologist

What to Expect:

Brief introduction to AEDPA and who we are, followed by a clear walkthrough of the current pathway to becoming a registered psychologist with an Area of Practice Endorsement.
National Course Director Panel: All five university Course Directors compare their program offerings and answer your questions
Employability and Career Opportunities: Learn about the breadth of careers Ed & Dev Psychology opens up, featuring "Day in the Life" video clips from practising psychologists and some myth-busting on the common assumptions (including the myth that Ed & Dev psychologists only work with children, or only in schools).

Submit Your Questions:

Ever wished you could put your course questions straight to the people who actually run them? Now you can.

The Panel Q&A is built from questions submitted in advance, so add yours when you register. Don't hold back. The nitty-gritty (entry requirements, program structure, what the course is really like) is exactly what the directors are here for.

Companion Resource for Registrants:

Everyone who registers receives a companion resource covering what it means to be an Ed & Dev psychologist, "Day in the Life" summaries in text, and detailed course information provided by each university and Course Director, including cut-off dates for 2027 enrolments. Worth having if you're weighing up where and when to apply.

Can't Make It Live?

Who It's For:

This webinar is ideal for Honours and Postgraduate Diploma students, recent graduates, and anyone considering a career in psychology who wants to explore the Educational and Developmental pathway, weigh up which program suits them, and learn about the Area of Practice Endorsement system in Australian psychology from the only Association dedicated to Educational and Developmental Psychologists.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 3) (28 Aug 2026)

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 02:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Shannon Morley.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 2) (28 Aug 2026)

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 03:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Sanchana Venkatesh.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 3) (25 Sep 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Shannon Morley.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 2) (25 Sep 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Sanchana Venkatesh.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 2) (23 Oct 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Sanchana Venkatesh.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 3) (30 Oct 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Shannon Morley.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 3) (27 Nov 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Shannon Morley.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 2) (27 Nov 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Sanchana Venkatesh.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 3) (18 Dec 2026)

Fri, 18 Dec 2026 01:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Shannon Morley.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 2) (18 Dec 2026)

Fri, 18 Dec 2026 02:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Sanchana Venkatesh.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 2) (22 Jan 2027)

Fri, 22 Jan 2027 02:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Sanchana Venkatesh.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 3) (29 Jan 2027)

Fri, 29 Jan 2027 01:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Shannon Morley.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 3) (26 Feb 2027)

Fri, 26 Feb 2027 01:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Shannon Morley.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 2) (26 Feb 2027)

Fri, 26 Feb 2027 02:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Sanchana Venkatesh.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 2) (26 Mar 2027)

Thu, 25 Mar 2027 13:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Sanchana Venkatesh.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 3) (26 Mar 2027)

Fri, 26 Mar 2027 01:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Shannon Morley.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 3) (30 Apr 2027)

Fri, 30 Apr 2027 02:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Shannon Morley.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 3) (28 May 2027)

Fri, 28 May 2027 02:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Shannon Morley.

Group Supervision for Registrars 2026 (Group 3) (25 Jun 2027)

Fri, 25 Jun 2027 02:00:00 GMT

The supervisor for these sessions is Shannon Morley.