Specialization in Mental Health Work
The course cannot be taken as an independent course, including as part of further education in mental health work.
Students must have, as a minimum, a passing grade in the following courses: Introduction to Scientific Thinking and Research Work in the Health Sciences, 10 credits.
Perspectives in Mental Health Work, 10 credits.
Communication, collaboration and relationship, 10 credits.
in addition to passing the elective course, 10 credits, to be eligible to sit for the exam.
Knowledge
The student:
- has in-depth knowledge of theories, methods, users' experiences, as well as research and can justify and evaluate the choice of approach
- has in-depth knowledge and understanding of alternative action forms based on the needs of the user
- has in-depth knowledge of how factors such as power, culture, organization affect opportunities for coping and improvement
Skills
The student:
- is able to analyse actual situations from different perspectives, including the user¿s perspective and the societal perspective
- is able to use their skills so that the user/patient can take advantage of their own resources and experience the ability to cope
- is able to use various methodological approaches and reflect on their own practice
- is able to organise and implement health-enhancing, preventive and rehabilitative mental health and substance dependency work
General competence
The student:
- is able to analyse and communicate relevant professional and research-related ethical issues to members of the field, the research community and the general public
- is able to communicate about ethical issues with specialists and to the public
- is able to contribute to innovative thinking and innovation processes in the field of mental health and substance dependency work
Compulsory
Not offered as independent course
R & D Project
Practice 5 weeks
Skills training
Study trip 1 week
Total Scope 8 weeks
Overlap refers to a similarity between courses with the same content. Therefore, you will receive the following reduction in credits if you have taken the courses listed below:
MPH455 - Mental Health Care in Practice - 15 credits
MPH465 - Perspectives and approaches in mental health care, part 2 - 15 credits