Recognising and Responding to Mental Health: Skills for Frontline Clinical Leadership
The ‘Recognising and Responding to Mental Health: Skills for Frontline Clinical Leadership’ module has been specially tailored for qualified practitioners and professionals who are looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in leading safe, informed and compassionate care delivery for individuals with mental health issues who are engaging with frontline services. The module will have a focus on leading in crisis and urgent situations, including assessment and serious incident management.
Sessions will be delivered by a team of experienced professionals, combining expertise from both academic and practice backgrounds. This diverse wealth of knowledge ensures a well-rounded and holistic approach to learning, enriching participants with insights that bridge the gap between theory and real-world application.
This is a module within the MSc Professional Clinical Practice Programme.
Entry criteria
Key information
Module Category: PCPH
Module Code: 5030
Module Credits: 30
Module Level: 7
Semesters
This module will run on a Wednesday from 10am-1pm weekly and sessions will be face to face at DMU.
- 8 October 2024
- 15 October 2024
- 22 October 2024
- 29 October 2024
- 5 November 2024
- 12 November 2024
- 19 November 2024
- 26 November 2024
- 3 December 2024
- 10 December 2024
Teaching and assessment
Synchronous and asynchronous learning is delivered by a variety of lecturers and supporting staff over 10 sessions who will also be available to offer support and signposting.
Assessment will consist of a 30 minute OSCE and 3000 word theory based reflection.
Minimum threshold mark = 50%
Careers and employability
Upon successful completion, professionals will have the knowledge and skills to confidently recognise and respond to those with mental health needs who are encountered in the fast paced frontline environment.
These skills are transferrable in many different roles and will look desirable from an employability perspective.