PSYC6105
5 units
6000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course provides a set of core skills to help respond to those who are experiencing a mental health problem until appropriate professional help is available. It provides training in best practice and evidence-informed approaches to initially assist with mental health issues in the workplace and the community. By the end of this course, you will be able to identify the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems, provide initial assistance to those experiencing a problem, respond to a crisis situation, and find and refer to appropriate professional help.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Online
- Trimester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Identify, assess, and analyse the signs and symptoms of common and disabling mental health problems in adults.
2. Develop and demonstrate a foundational interpretation of mental health literacy including evidence-based programs,strategies, interventions and information for mental health problems and mental health crisis situations.
3. Develop and demonstrate ways to provide initial mental health aid in the workplace.
4. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in referring those experiencing mental health challenges to appropriate informational and professional resources.
Content
- Identifying common mental health problems.
- Determining risk of harm to self and others.
- Engaging and communicating with someone in difficulty.
- Helpful responding to a mental health problem.
- Helpful responding to a crisis situation
- Understanding the mental health profession
Assessment items
Quiz: Online quizzes
Project: Project report Part A
Project: Project report Part B
Contact hours
Trimester 1 - 2024 - Online
Online Activity-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Self-Directed Learning-1
- Self-Directed 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
- PSYC6105 - Trimester 1, 2024 (Online) (PDF, 179.7 KB)
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.