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About this Course
This course is taught and assessed at level 4/5 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF)
Mental illness is one of the biggest problems in the world. This is an advanced course that deals with the understanding, prevention and management of mental illness.
The course is suitable for you if you are already working as or intend to work as a nurse, doctor, care worker, social worker, resettlement worker, housing officer, homeless worker, mental health worker or in the charitable professions.
Course Contents
Year 1
Module 1: Management of Mental Health I (15 credits)
Poverty and Healthcare
Introduction to Mental Health & Disability
The Human Mind
Superstition & History of Mental Illness
Community Care Act & Philosophy of Care
Law Relating to Standard of Care
Policy on Mental Health
Causes of Mental Illness
Consequences of Mental Illness
Preventing Mental Illness
Management & Care for Mental Illness
Cure for Mental Illness
Schizophrenia
Depression and Suicide
Anxiety
Behavioural Problems
Eating Disorders
Module 2: Management of Mental Health II (15 credits)
Personality Disorders
Senile Dementia
Sexual Disorders
Paedophilia
Learning Difficulties
Mental Health and Homelessness
Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health
HIV and Mental Health
Ethnic Minorities and Mental Illness
Mental Illness and Counselling
Domestic Violence and Abuse
Crime and Society
Terminal Illness and Bereavement
Stress Management
Risk Management
Mental Health Services
Module 3: Mental Health Law (15 credits)
English Legal System
Civil and Criminal Liability
Negligence
Trespass
Occupier’s Liability & Defective Premises
Mental Health and Community Care
Law Relating to Standard of Care
Mental Disorder
Compulsory Admission to Hospital
Guardianship
Position of Patients Subjects to Detention and Guardianship
Function of Relatives
Remands to Hospital & Guardianship Orders
Restriction orders and Detention During Her Majesty’s Pleasure
Transfer to Hospital of Prisoners
Mental Health & Consent to Treatment
Mental Health Review Tribunals
Removal and Return of Patients within Britain and Removal of Aliens
Management of Property & Affairs of Patients
Functions of Local Authorities & Secretary of State
Mental Health Offences
Miscellaneous Provisions
Members of Parliament Suffering from Mental Illness
Mental Illness and Criminal Liability
Access to & Disclosure of Medical Records
Freedom of Information
Discrimination, Equal Opportunities and Diversity
Immigration Rules & Public Funds
European Convention on Human Rights
Judicial Review
Module 4: Management and Economics (15 credits)
Management
Principles of Management
Qualities of the Manager
Managers and Their Staff
Frustration
Motivation & Job Satisfaction
Delegation
Training and Development
Time Management
Customer Service and Quality
Information Technology
Decision Making & Problem Solving
Stress Management
Economics
The Free Market Economy
The Financial System and Money
Inflation
Interest Rates
Exchange Rates
European Monetary System & Single Currency (EURO)
International Business, Trade and Protectionism
Balance of Payments
The World Bank
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Module 5 – Healthcare Ethics (15 credits)
Module 6 – Research Methods (15 credits)
Year 2
Module 7 – Field Practice (15 credits)
(Practical application of knowledge)
Module 8 – Research Project (30 credits)
Course Delivery and Attendance
The course is delivered in a variety of methods, including direct lectures, case studies, tutorials, field practice and group work.
Assessment
Assessment of this course is based on essay-based written assignments, reports, presentations, research projects and direct examinations.
Duration
2 years (full-time study)
Tuition Fees
Year 1: £3,500
Year 2: £2,500
Entry Requirements
Applicants should:-
a)Students must have completed a recognised certificate or diploma in any field, or
b)be aged 21 or over
c)Meet the English Language Requirements
English Language Requirements
To be considered for admission, you must show competence in spoken and written English, in addition to meeting the entry requirements above.
Commencement Dates
September, January and May each year
Course Code: FT MH
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