preparation for placement in the mental health sector

 

 

After the completion of this learning package, we expect students will have:

1. a foundational level of knowledge that allows them to operate safely and effectively in a mental health setting

2. a level of confidence that allows them to operate safely and effectively in a mental health setting

3. an understanding of their own and the attitudes of others to mental health

4. an understanding of the role of the exercise physiologist as part of a multidisciplinary team in mental health settings

 

The learning package includes four modules, which should be completed in order.  The first module is designed for face-to-face delivery and the remaining three modules are online. Click on each module below to access more detailed information about the module and any associated resources for facilitators.

 

Make sure you also check out all the resources that are available to students in the online component of this learning package.  These can be found here:

Overview

 

module two:

understanding client presentation

 

module one:

an introduction to mental health

 

module three:

role of the exercise physiologist

 

module four:

being a student on a mental health placement