Introduction

This module will consolidate your current knowledge of mental health conditions, interventions, law and policy relevant to practice. The module provides a framework to identify developmental needs in the area of mental health practice.

Who the module is aimed at 

Post-qualified professionals who wish to extend their knowledge and skills in mental health practice at a postgraduate level - social workers, nurses, occupational therapists and others.  The module can be used to prepare candidates for the PgCert Approved Mental Health Professional course.  We will consider applications from non-qualified applicants who can show they have good experience working with people in mental distress and whose work involves writing reports.

Benefits of taking the module to the individual, the organisation and the patient

You will gain current knowledge and skills with an opportunity to reflect on your developmental needs. You will gain consolidation of your practice by undertaking a direct observation. Patients benefit from workers updating their knowledge and skills.

What you learn

You will build on your existing knowledge and skills in mental health practice and develop a continuing professional development plan.

General areas covered

• Models of mental distress
• Dealing with suicide risks and crisis work
• Values and ethical issues arising in practice
• Analysis of risks, rights and responsibilities in multi-disciplinary working    
• Self-reflection and planning for future professional development
• Psycho-social interventions
• Risk assessment
• Report writing

The learning materials are written and delivered by a vibrant team with presentations delivered by specialist practitioners including social workers, nurses and occupational therapists.

Sponsored places

If you are being sponsored by your employer (not via NHS SSPRD/LBR funding) please complete the Pg Application form below and attach a letter of sponsorship which includes:

• Applicants name, course and academic year
• The amount of the course fees the employer has agreed to pay (e.g. 50%, 100% etc)
• The organisation name, address, telephone number
• The address the invoice is to be sent to (if different to above) and any purchase order number which must be quoted on the invoice
• Ensure the letter is signed by an authorised signatory

Fees and Funding for 2024/25

Further details

For further information please contact the module leader Alan Marshall - alan.marshall@shu.ac.uk