Warning! This unit contains mature content and may not be suitable for some students. Any student under the age of 16 who would like to enrol in this unit must first complete a Parental Consent Form.
Duration
13 weeks
Study method
100% Online
Available loans
- FEE-HELP
Assessments
Subjects may require attendance
Prior study
Required
The University of Notre Dame Australia is committed to delivering an excellent student experience, alongside a high standard of teaching, research, and training. As a leader in ethical education, Notre Dame aims to develop students’ critical reasoning and their ability to make ethical decisions—crucial skills to progressing their careers and leading purposeful lives. At Notre Dame, students navigate their future with an ethical education online.
Subject details
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- Role of the mental health practitioner
- Interpersonal communication
- Holistic model of care
- Mental health laws
- Community mental health
- Psychosocial interventions
You must have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject:
UND-NURS4024-Contemporary Mental Health Practice and UND-NURS4025-Interpersonal Communication ;
Special requirements
No special requirements
The course will examine current trends and practice in delivering psychiatric care to people suffering acute mental illness. Emphasis on treatment and care options within tertiary, secondary and community settings will highlight ways in which healthcare agencies partner with other organisations and services such as General Practitioners and Police. Students will debate and reflect the ethical considerations inherent in determining a variety of hospital and community based treatments. This course is informed by current legislation.
- Online reflection and discussion (20%)
- 2000-3000 word essay (40%)
- Presentation uploaded to LMS (20%)
- LMS based online test (20%)