Diploma in Mental Health
Academic Year 2017/18
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Programme Title |
Diploma in Mental Health |
Final Award |
Postgraduate Diploma |
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Programme Code |
MED-PD-MH |
UCAS Code |
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JACS Code |
A300 (DESCR) 100 |
Criteria for Admissions For current general University entry requirements for this pathway go to: |
ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
Interview Required |
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Mode of Study |
Part Time |
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Type of Programme |
Postgraduate |
Length of Programme |
1 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
120 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Awarding Institution/Body |
Queen's University Belfast |
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Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
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School/Department |
Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 7 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
Medicine (2002) |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
Programme Specific Regulations Awards, Credits and Programme of Learning Outcomes |
Students with protected characteristics None |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
On completion of the programme the student will be able to:
To provide students with knowledge of the principles underlying modern psychiatric theory and practice, the skills to apply this knowledge in clinical practice and the appropriate attitudes necessary to respond in an empathic manner to psychological distress.
The programme will better equip students to manage patients with Psychiatric illness in Primary Care or general medical settings and will act as a basis for further development for those who wish to specialise in Psychiatry.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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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 Consultant and Hospital Tutor. Methods of Assessment These are assessed in the Consultant’s Report form. |
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 Consultant and Hospital Tutor. Methods of Assessment These are assessed in the Consultant’s Report form. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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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 This is assessed principally by the written Long-Cases. |
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 This is assessed principally by the written Long-Cases and Consultant Report Form |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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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 at local hospital level. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge is largely through an end of course multiple choice examination |
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 at local hospital level. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge is largely through an end of course multiple choice examination |
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 at local hospital level. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge is largely through an end of course multiple choice examination |
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 at local hospital level. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge is largely through an end of course multiple choice examination |
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 at local hospital level. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge is largely through an end of course multiple choice examination |
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 series of lectures and partly through small group discussions in the journal clubs and case conferences at local hospital level. Methods of Assessment Assessment of knowledge is largely through an end of course multiple choice examination |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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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 Consultant and Hospital Tutor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed in the OSCE clinical examination. |
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 Consultant and Hospital Tutor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed in the OSCE clinical examination |
Take a full psychiatric history, assess the mental state and write a case assessment. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Consultant and Hospital Tutor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed in the OSCE clinical examination. |
Present a Psychiatric case in an organized and coherent way. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Specific skills are gained during the period of clinical attachment and this is guided by the Consultant and Hospital Tutor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed in the OSCE clinical examination. |
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 Consultant and Hospital Tutor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed in the OSCE clinical examination. |
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 Consultant and Hospital Tutor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed in the OSCE clinical examination. |
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 Consultant and Hospital Tutor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed in the OSCE clinical examination. |
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 Consultant and Hospital Tutor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed in the OSCE clinical examination. |
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 Consultant and Hospital Tutor. This is supplemented by discussion with lecturers in the formal teaching sessions. Methods of Assessment These skills are assessed in the OSCE clinical examination. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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On successful completion of this course, learners should have knowledge and understanding of: |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies These skills are acquired in all parts of the programme Methods of Assessment This is assessed principally by the written Long-Cases. |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability |
Duration |
Pre-requisite |
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Assessment |
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S1 |
S2 |
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Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
Diploma in Mental Health-Theory |
SCM8003 |
7 |
60 |
YES |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
0% |
0% |
100% |
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Clinical Practice-Dip Ment Hlth |
SCM8004 |
7 |
60 |
YES |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
0% |
100% |
0% |
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NotesStudents must take two compulsory courses (120 Units). |