Courses & Units
Mental Health 2 NUR352
Introduction
Mental Health 2 will expand your knowledge of a range of mental health nursing therapeutic interventions, including psychopharmacology, aimed to support recovery for people experiencing mental health problems. You will explore techniques for attaining and retaining mental wellness for yourself and others and employ a structured framework to further develop your reflective skills to engage in therapeutic communication. Mental health legislation and the ethical implications of restrictive interventions will be examined. Strategies helpful for those experiencing mental ill-health and for different social groups from a strengths-based, human rights and social justice perspective will be explored. You will examine the contribution of mental health nursing to the health and well-being of the community, to provide person-centred care across the lifespan.
Summary
| Unit name | Mental Health 2 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | NUR352 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Nursing |
| Discipline | Nursing |
| Coordinator | Ms Sue Aylett |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Nursing Study Period 3 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Nursing Study Period 3 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Cradle Coast | Nursing Study Period 3 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Rozelle - Sydney | Nursing Study Period 3 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Study Period 3 | 9/9/2024 | 30/9/2024 | 21/10/2024 | 1/12/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
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Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate the legislative frameworks in mental health services.
- Review the function and therapeutic profile of major groups of psychopharmaceutical agents.
- Apply a range of therapeutic and psychotherapeutic approaches and supports in mental health, within the role of the registered nurse in a multidisciplinary team.
- Discuss human rights and social justice principles to support and advocate for people who experience mental ill-health.
- Display competence in active listening, building rapport and trust in interpersonal communications.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 060301 | $555.00 | $555.00 | not applicable | $2,883.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
NUR137 Mental Health 1Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | This unit is delivered in a blended delivery mode comprising of face-to-face intensives as well as content delivered online via MyLO (My Learning Online). You are expected to devote around 10 hours per week to the study materials, assessment tasks and self-directed learning. You can interact with the online content at any time, which will be in a modularised format. Online tutorials/webinars will provide further opportunity to engage with This unit has 7 hours of on-campus workshop sessions. |
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| Assessment | On-line Quiz (10%)|Reflective Analysis. (40%)|Recovery-oriented Care Plan (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Procter, N, Wilson, R, Hamer, H, McGarry D, Loughhead, M (Ed.), 2022, Mental Health: A Person-Centred Approach (3ed.), Port Melbourne, VIC: Cambridge University Press. |
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| Recommended | Recommended Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator via the Reading List link in MyLO, or the unit Reading List on the University Library website. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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