CMH1006

The context for mental health practice (6 points)

(MED)

Leader: Ms J Gray

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2004 (OCL)
Clayton First semester 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this unit participants should: 1. Have developed a working understanding of the context of mental health delivery. 2. Have understood the community-based framework of mental health services. 3. Understand the policy framework, epidemiological basis and basics of service systems in mental health services. 4. Be able to develop an understanding of the special needs of patients from an indigenous and non-English speaking background. 5. Be able to critically appraise the mental health service in Victoria through a case study.

Assessment: Two written assignments (approx. 2,000 - 3,000 each)