Part of a YH programme at TUC Yrkeshögskola. This course cannot be applied for on its own. Programme code: UNPSY19DJÖN.
Ethics, Interpersonal Approach and Communication gives you knowledge of different ethical theories, particularly in relation to mental illness, and of how to treat people in a respectful and professional way. The course prepares you for the professional role of specialist assistant nurse in psychiatry, with a particular focus on supporting relatives and children in their situation. You practise applying theories and methods of interpersonal approach in practical work.
Duration: 6 weeks
Language: Swedish
Level: Intermediate
CSN-eligible
Time commitment: 30 YH credits, approx. 6 weeks of full-time study
The course aims to provide knowledge of how one interacts as an individual when meeting other people in a psychiatric context, of professional approach, and skills in supporting next of kin.
The course aims to provide knowledge of how one interacts as an individual when meeting other people in a psychiatric context, of professional approach, and skills in supporting next of kin.
What you will learn
What you learn.
Can explain key ethical theories related to mental illness
Can treat patients and relatives in a respectful and professional way
Can apply theories and methods of interpersonal approach in their work
Can support relatives, with a particular focus on children's situation
Can reflect ethically on situations in psychiatric care
Curriculum
How the course is built.
Ethical theories and mental illness
Key ethical theories in relation to mental illness.
Professional interpersonal approach
Methods and theories for a respectful and professional approach to others.
Support for relatives
Supporting relatives, with a particular focus on children's situation.
Application in the professional role
Practical application of ethics and interpersonal approach in the role of specialist assistant nurse in psychiatry.
Target audience
Who is this for?
The course is aimed at students on TUC's specialist assistant nurse programme with a focus on psychiatry who will meet patients and relatives in their future work.
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