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ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA IN APPLIED MENTAL HEALTH VPS035

Duration (approx) 1500 hours
Qualification
Associate Diploma

Why Study Applied Mental Health?

Mental health is psychological, emotional, physical and social well-being.  Unfortunately today, many people have difficulties with their mental health. They require support such as counselling or coaching to deal with difficult issues in their lives.

Who Is This Course Suitable For?

This course is suitable for people who anyone who wants to support other people with their mental health.  This may be professionally or personally. 

What Will You Learn in This Course?

This course will cover –

  • mental health
  • mental health conditions
  • ·negative emotions
  • strategies and techniques you can use to support people with the difficulties they are experiencing
  • formulate appropriate responses to mental health issues.
  • improve your knowledge of psychology, mental health, anger and stress management.

There are 15 modules in the course.  There are 14 core modules to give you a broad study of mental health. You then choose one elective module to suit you and your specific interests.

Modules

Core ModulesThese modules provide foundation knowledge for the ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA IN APPLIED MENTAL HEALTH VPS035
 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY - BPS307
 ANGER MANAGEMENT - BPS111
 BIOPSYCHOLOGY I - BPS108
 CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH BPS214
 CONFLICT MANAGEMENT BPS201
 DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY - BPS210
 DEVELOPMENTAL, LEARNING AND BEHAVIOURAL CONDITIONS IN ADOLESCENTS AND CHILDREN BPS215
 INDUSTRY PROJECT BIP000
 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY BPS101
 MANAGING MENTAL HEALTH IN ADULTS BPS216
 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY BSC109
 PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT BPS308
 PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY (DRUGS & PSYCHOLOGY) BPS302
 STRESS MANAGEMENT VPS100
Elective ModulesIn addition to the core modules, students study any 1 of the following 9 modules.
 ANXIETY MANAGEMENT BPS224
 BIOPSYCHOLOGY II - BPS204
 CRIMINAL PSYCHOLOGY BPS309
 ECOTHERAPY PRACTICE - BPS220
 EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE BPS223
 HORTICULTURAL THERAPY BHT341
 NEURODIVERSITY BPS311
 NEUROPSYCHOLOGY BPS306
 PET THERAPY - BPS221

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What Next?

This course will increase your understanding of mental health, the conditions and the issues that affect the people with mental health conditions. 

Learn about ways of better managing mental health. This all starts with being aware of causes and managing lives to minimize the impact of those causes.

After completing the course, students may wish to work within

  • health or welfare services
  • charities
  • psychological services
  • nursing
  • the media
  • education
  • care
  • voluntary work
  • counselling and much more

You can help to spread awareness and understanding of mental health to other sections of their communities or beyond.

You can enrol today by clicking the “Enrol Now” button above.

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Courses can be started anytime from anywhere in the world!

Meet some of our academics

Tracey Jones (psychology)B.Sc. (Hons) (Psychology), M.Soc.Sc (social work), DipSW (social work), PGCE (Education), PGD (Learning Disability Studies) Tracey began studying psychology in 1990. She has a wide range of experience within the psychology and social work field, particularly working with people with learning disabilities. She is also qualified as a teacher and now teaches psychology and social work related subjects. She has been a book reviewer for the British Journal of Social Work and has also written many textbooks, blogs, articles and ebooks on psychology, writing, sociology, child development and more. She has had also several short stories published.
Jacinda Cole B.Sc.,M.Psych.Psychologist, Educator, Author, Psychotherapist. B.Sc., Psych.Cert., M. Psych. Cert.Garden Design, MACA. Jacinda has over 25 years of experience in psychology, in both Australia and England. She has co-authored several psychology text books and many courses including diploma and degree level courses in psychology and counselling. Jacinda joined ACS in 2001.
Jade SciasciaBiologist, Business Coordinator, Government Environmental Dept, Secondary School teacher (Biology); Recruitment Consultant, Senior Supervisor in Youth Welfare, Horse Riding Instructor (part-completed) and Boarding Kennel Manager. Jade has a B.Sc.Biol, Dip.Professional Education, Cert IV TESOL, Cert Food Hygiene.
Kate Gibson B.Soc.Sc.15+ years experience in HR, marketing, education & project management. Kate has traveled and worked in a variety of locations including London, New Zealand and Australia.


Check out our eBooks

Coping Better with Negative EmotionsThis book is designed to help you understand the things that cause stress, the problems that can arise, and the broad range of ways people might manage their stress.
The Brain and BehaviourThe Brain and Behaviour ebook provides a fascinating insight into the functions of the human brain. From understanding the human brain, human anatomy & behaviour, chemistry, brain damage and memory, this ebook is an interesting read and also a great reference for students of biology, biopsychology or psychology.
The Psychology of HealthThe Psychology and Health ebook is a delightfully interesting read that helps you understand the link between physical and psychological health. This ebook is ideal for anyone who has a personal interest in the area, as well as psychology and health students.
Working With PeopleAre you a "people person" looking for a job; or a better understanding of careers that might suit you? If so, this book was written for YOU!