Professional/Short course Working with a Person Experiencing Mental Health Crisis
20 credit level 6 and level 7 module
You may be able to study these modules at Level 6 (BSc level) or Level 7 (Masters level) depending on your academic circumstances. Please contact the CPD Team or the Module Leader for advice if you are unsure which level would be best for you.
About
This 20 credit module, Working with a Person Experiencing Mental Health Crisis, will enable you to be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of risk assessments, risk and crisis management plans, and working in collaboration with service users and carers and colleagues from inter-professional and interagency organisations.
By the end of the module, you'll be able to critically evaluate theory, apply legislation, analyse interdisciplinary practice, and propose meaningful, evidencebased improvements to crisis care in the UK.
Upon successful completion of this module, you'll be able to:
At level 6 (UZZRX9-20-3)
- evaluate crisis theory and its application within complex care contexts and explore how differing multi-disciplinary approaches shape assessment, decisionmaking, and intervention strategies using current evidence base.
- analyse recoveryorientated and interprofessional practices used in crisis support, and evaluate their effectiveness in order to justify evidenceinformed adaptations across diverse service contexts.
- evaluate risk management approaches in crisis intervention and design evidenceinformed enhancements to risk management processes that promote safety and recovery.
At level 7 (UZZRX8-20-M)
- critically evaluate crisis theory and its application within complex care contexts and explore how differing multi-disciplinary approaches shape assessment, decisionmaking, and intervention strategies using current evidence base.
- critically analyse recoveryorientated and interprofessional practices used in crisis support, and evaluate their effectiveness in order to justify evidenceinformed adaptations across diverse service contexts.
- critically evaluate risk management approaches in crisis intervention and design evidenceinformed enhancements to risk management processes that promote safety and recovery.
Entry requirements
You must be a practitioner with a current professional registration, currently working in the area supporting individuals with crisis.
Careers / Further study
This module can contribute towards the PGCert Health and Social Care, MSc Clinical Practice, and the Professional Development Awards. If you have any queries, please contact the Professional Development team (pd@uwe.ac.uk).
How to apply
Please click on the Apply Now button to apply for your CPD module, which you can take as a stand-alone course or as part of an undergraduate or postgraduate (Masters level) programme.
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For further information
- Email: pd@uwe.ac.uk
- Telephone: +44 (0)117 32 81158
Structure
Content
The module syllabus typically includes:
- The vulnerable adult - includes service users presenting with complexities of life events and inequalities alongside various substance misuses.
- Carers, friends and family - Burden of care and assessment.
- Reflective practice - increasing capabilities in novel situations; professional self-care.
- Whole team working - collaboration over various sectors.
- Working with complexity - challenging resources and utilisation.
- New technologies - adapting communication as guided by Mental Health Crisis Care Concordat.
Learning and Teaching
Lectures, seminars, group work, problem solving exercises, critical review of research and policy, utilisation of prior knowledge and opportunities for critical reflection.
Learning activities progress through Bloom's taxonomy, moving from analysing crisis presentations and service responses to evaluating practice effectiveness and constructing evidenceinformed improvements to intervention and risk management processes. You'll critically appraise current risk frameworks and propose enhancements that promote safety, collaboration, and recovery across varied service contexts.
Assessment
Assessment for this module comprise 10 minutes (maximum) for the presentation and 10 minutes (maximum) for questions and answers.
Presentation format reflects authentic professional practice in health and social care settings where practitioners are frequently required to present case formulations, risk assessments, and care plans within multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings. This method enables you to demonstrate not only theoretical knowledge but also your ability to communicate complex and sensitive information clearly, concisely, and professionally, mirroring workplace expectations.
The final day of the module includes an assignment workshop, where you'll have an opportunity to discuss your ideas with academic staff and peers. Learners will have access to examples of previously submitted work including a recorded presentation.
Prices and dates
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Dates
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Features
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