Managing Mental Health in Non-Mental Health Settings
Apply OnlineThis module will focus on decision making that underpins clinical assessment and treatment of mental ill health and is applicable for health and social care professionals wishing to develop advanced level skills in mental health care in non-mental health settings.
Course overview
The course involves 18 hours of contact time delivered over 5 days (blended learning).
This module is aimed at practising health and care professionals who are in roles in non-mental health settings requiring, or will require, advanced skills in recognising and treating mental ill health presentations.
Successful completion of this module will enable the learner to develop the knowledge and clinical skills required to identify and respond to a mental health presentation and be involved in formulating a safe, evidence based and collaborative treatment plan. Students will critically reflect on how theories of education and leadership impact on leading and managing their teams and services.
What you need to know
Course start date
May 2026
Location
University of Winchester Campus & Distance Learning
Course length
5 Days
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Typical offer
Short Course
Fees
£900
Course features
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Gain 15 academic credits that can contribute towards a PG Certificate, Diploma, or MSc in Professional Practice.
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Develop advanced skills in mental health care specifically designed for professionals in non-mental health settings.
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Master the decision-making process for clinical assessment and treatment of mental ill health presentations.
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Formulate safe, evidence-based, and collaborative treatment plans for patients in your non-specialist setting.
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Complete a practical case study assessment to demonstrate and apply your new skills in identifying and treating mental ill health.
Course details
This course is led by experienced mental health professionals, who provide preparatory activities, classroom teaching, group work and workshops, to aid your learning.
The summative assessment at the end of the course, is to complete a case study and present this to your peers and a course tutor.
The case study will outline the theory and practise of the identification and development of a treatment plan for a patient presenting with mental ill health in a non-mental health setting.
Entry requirements
For all practising health and social care professionals.
For general enquiries please contact the department administrator HWBShortCourses@winchester.ac.uk.
There are no international entry requirements for this course.
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Additional costs
For information about staff and student discounts please contact the department administrator HWBShortCourses@winchester.ac.uk.