Engaging and Assessing People with SMHP (C8700S)
Engaging and Assessing People with Serious Mental Health Problems
Module C8700S
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
In this module you will learn the foundations of learning to work with people with serious mental health difficulties. It will comprise the basics of diagnosis of mental health difficulties, cultural competence, recovery models, engagement with people with mental health difficulties and assessment of presenting mental health difficulties.
Full Module Description
In this module you will learn the foundations of learning to work with people with serious mental health difficulties. It will comprise the basics of diagnosis of mental health difficulties, cultural competence, recovery models, engagement with people with mental health difficulties and assessment of presenting mental health difficulties.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of and competence in engagement and assessment of people with serious mental health problems.
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of and competence in risk assessment and risk management with people with serious mental health problems.
Demonstrate a systematic understanding and critical awareness of diagnosis in clinical practice.
Demonstrate a systematic understanding of and competence in Cultural competence, anti-discriminatory practice and reasonable adjustments.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (1750 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Thu 16:00 | 20.00% |
| Practical Assessment | Spring Semester Week 8 Thu 16:00 | 40.00% |
| Portfolio | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Thu 16:00 | 40.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
Mr Matthew Beaton
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Mr Peter Garwood
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Mrs Helen Corcoran
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