Mental Health Nursing Clinical

Catalog description

In this course, you are taught the major theoretical concepts in mental health related to the assessment of needs and the planning of care for individuals with mental health problems. Emphasis is placed on examination of mental health disorders and the various roles and functions of the mental health nurse. Through structured, sequential, competency-based clinical and/or lab assignments, you will care for individuals with mental health conditions requiring professional treatment. You must successfully meet all requirements of both the didactic and clinical courses. Failure of one course will lead to a repeat of both the didactic and clinical courses.