Learners, regardless of their educational and professional background, can enrol in this course. The following types of learners are generally best suited for this course:
- Registered Nurses who want to pursue advanced education in mental health therapy
- Nursing students interested in psychiatric nursing careers
- Healthcare practitioners seeking to increase their knowledge in providing mental health support
- Psychologists or counsellors interested in learning about mental health from a nursing standpoint
- Social workers who provide advocacy and support services related to mental health
- People who are thinking about or making the move to become mental health nurses
- Individuals engaged in outreach or community health initiatives centred around mental health
- Healthcare managers who are interested in mental health
- Family members or carers looking for more in-depth information about mental health services
- Anyone with a strong interest in nursing and mental health
It serves those in the community services sector, including educators, social workers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
This course is intended to improve your knowledge and abilities if you work in positions where adult and child safety is a top priority or if you support the creation of safe environments.