Understand the importance of the development of a therapeutic relationship.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

These skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement Supervisor.

Methods of Assessment

Placement and Assessment Report Forms

Know how to use library and internet facilities to acquire information relevant to specific clinical problems.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

These skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement Supervisor.

Methods of Assessment

Placement and Assessment Report Forms

Be able to integrate knowledge from a variety of sources and apply this to a complex practical situation.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

These skills are acquired in all parts of the programme.

Methods of Assessment

Case Report(s)

Function as a member of a multidisciplinary team and develop the ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

These skills are acquired in all parts of the programme.

Methods of Assessment

Case Report(s) and
Placement and Assessment Report

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the major classification systems in Psychiatry.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Teaching of theory is partly through a series of lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences..

Students are expected to use library and internet facilities as appropriate to carry out private study to expand on the information given in the lecture programme. Understanding of the knowledge learnt is consolidated in the clinical placements.

Methods of Assessment

MCQ/MEQ
Portfolio

Describe the prevalence and clinical presentation of common psychiatric conditions.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Teaching of theory is partly through a series of lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences.

Students are expected to use library and internet facilities as appropriate and to carry out private study to expand on the information given in the lecture programme. Understanding of the knowledge learnt is consolidated in the clinical placements.

Methods of Assessment

MCQ/MEQ
Portfolio

Discuss the biological, psychological and socio-cultural factors which may predispose to, precipitate or maintain psychiatric illness.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Teaching of theory is partly through a series of lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences.

Students are expected to use library and internet facilities as appropriate and to carry out private study to expand on the information given in the lecture programme. Understanding of the knowledge learnt is consolidated in the clinical placements.

Methods of Assessment

MCQ/MEQ
Portfolio

Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the common physical, psychological and social methods of treatment including the indications for their use, the underlying theory of their action and any unwanted effects.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Teaching of theory is partly through a series of lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences .

Students are expected to use library and internet facilities as appropriate and to carry out private study to expand on the information given in the lecture programme.

Understanding of the knowledge learnt is consolidated in the clinical placements.

Methods of Assessment

MCQ
Portfolio

Describe the range of services available for the mentally ill and the roles of the professionals involved in the delivery of these services.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Teaching of theory is partly through a series of lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences.

Students are expected to use library and internet facilities as appropriate and to carry out private study to expand on the information given in the lecture programme.

Understanding of the knowledge learnt is consolidated in the clinical placements.

Methods of Assessment

MCQ/MEQ
Portfolio

Describe the doctor's duties and the patient's rights under the Mental Health Order (N.I.).

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Teaching of theory is partly through a seriesof lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences.

Students are expected to use library and internet facilities as appropriate and to carry out private study to expand on the information given in the lecture programme.

Understanding of the knowledge learnt is consolidated in the clinical placements.

Methods of Assessment

MCQ/MEQ
Portfolio

Describe the signs and symptoms of psychiatric illness.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions

The Case study record ensures that students experience a variety of cases during clinical placements, including types of cases not usually part of their team's work.

Methods of Assessment

Portfolio
Case Study (s)

Discuss the assessment and management of psychiatric emergencies which occur in a psychiatric or general medical setting.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions.

The Case study record ensures that students experience a variety of cases during their clinical placements, including types of cases not usually part of their team's work.

Methods of Assessment

Portfolio
Case Study (s)

Take a full psychiatric history, assess the mental state and write a case assessment and consider a range of different diagnosis.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions.

The Case study record ensures that students experience a variety of cases during their clinical placements, including types of cases not usually part of their team's work.

Methods of Assessment

Portfolio
Case Study (s)

Assess a patient's potential risk to themselves and others (Risk Assessment).

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions.

The Case study record ensures that students experience a variety of cases during their clinical placements, including types of cases not usually part of their team's work.

Methods of Assessment

Portfolio
Case Study (s)

Utilise and empathic interviewing style suitable for disturbed and distressed patients.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions.

The Case study record ensures that students experience a variety of cases during their clinical placements, including types of cases not usually part of their team's work.

Methods of Assessment

Portfolio
Case Study (s)

Explain to patients the nature of their illness, its management and prognosis.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions.

The Case study record ensures that students experience a variety of cases during their clinical placements, including types of cases not usually part of their team's work.

Methods of Assessment

Portfolio
Case Study (s)

Assess family relationships and their impact on psychiatrically ill patients.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions.

The Case study record ensures that students experience a variety of cases during their clinical placements, including types of cases not usually part of their team's work.

Methods of Assessment

Portfolio
Case Study (s)

Discuss with relatives the nature of the illness, its management and prognosis.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Placement supervisor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions.

The Case study record ensures that students experience a variety of cases during their clinical placements, including types of cases not usually part of their team's work.

Methods of Assessment

Portfolio
Case Study (s)