Diploma In Mental Health
Course Overview
This is a four-month programme designed to equip students with foundational knowledge and practical skills in the field of Mental Health. The objective is to prepare graduates to understand, assess, and address mental health challenges, provide psychosocial support, and contribute to the promotion of mental well-being in their communities and broader society.
The programme is structured into two semesters, and the following modules/units will be covered during the programme:
SEMESTER I UNITS
- Introduction to Mental Health and Social Work Basics
- General Psychology
- Counselling Skills Development
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in Social Work
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health
SEMESTER II UNITS
- Psychosocial Support and Community Mental Health
- Crisis Intervention and Management
- Substance Use, Addiction, and Rehabilitation
- HIV/AIDS and Mental Health Support
- Ethics, Leadership, and Professional Practice in Mental Health
