Mental Health Practicum

Catalog description

Building on the theoretical knowledge of Mental Health Nursing, this course provides both structured and unstructured clinical experiences with individuals and families experiencing mental disorders. The focus is on mental health promotion, mental health restoration, and mental health maintenance. Using current evidence, patient centered care is based on the analysis of individual clients’ psychodynamics and psychoeducational needs. Interpersonal and communication skills are utilized to help clients attain their personally defined quality of life. Typically offered Summer Fall Spring. View Class Schedule