Introduction to the Program

Do you want to perfect your medical skills in emergency intervention through the implementation of the latest Psychological First Aid protocols? With this program you will achieve it in 6 months"

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Psychological First Aid is very important in crisis and emergency intervention. Although in most cases only strategies to guarantee the physical integrity of the victims are included in the protocols of action, the truth is that acting according to their mental state is also relevant, in order to reduce their stress level and avoid possible long-term sequelae. This is why professionals involved in this type of context must have a perfect command of the most effective and innovative psychotherapeutic techniques to control the situation and to know how to act on the basis of the person's response to the exposure to the traumatic event.

However, this is an area that requires, for its mastery, specialized knowledge of psychosocial support guidelines, something that physicians will be able to work on with the course of this Postgraduate diploma. This is a dynamic and multidisciplinary qualification with which you can get up to date on the characteristics of intervention in emergency situations from the psychological point of view, delving into the most common errors that usually occur at the time of the action. It also delves into the concept of stress and the most innovative communication techniques for its management, with special emphasis on the defence mechanisms associated with the critical situation. Finally, it includes a specific module dedicated to the improvement of the basic skills of specialists in Psychological First Aid, which will allow them to learn in detail the strategies for effective listening and to generate an environment of trust and tranquility with the victim.

For this you will have 450 hours of the best theoretical, practical and additional material selected and designed by a team of experts in intervention in emergency situations. It includes detailed videos, research articles, complementary readings, self-knowledge exercises, dynamic summaries and much more content with which you can delve in a personalized way in the different sections of the syllabus. All presented in a convenient and accessible 100% online format thanks to which you will be able to access the program from wherever you want and with a schedule fully adapted to your availability.

The best qualification in the educational market to bring you up to date on the most innovative psychosocial support strategies through a 100% online program"

This Postgraduate diploma in Psychological First Aid contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

  • The development of practical cases presented by experts in Emergency Psychology
  • The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
  • Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
  • Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
  • Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Knowing in detail the most common mistakes from a psychological point of view in emergency intervention will help you to avoid them or to solve them in case they are detected"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will allow professionals to learn in a contextual and situated learning environment, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to prepare in real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which professionals must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system developed by renowned experts. 

You will work on the different phases of psychosocial intervention, updating your knowledge in relation to the action guidelines for each moment"

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No schedules or face-to-face classes. This way, you can decide when and from where to connect, with unlimited access and at any time of the day"

Why study at TECH?

TECH is the world’s largest online university. With an impressive catalog of more than 14,000 university programs available in 11 languages, it is positioned as a leader in employability, with a 99% job placement rate. In addition, it relies on an enormous faculty of more than 6,000 professors of the highest international renown.  

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Study at the world's largest online university and guarantee your professional success. The future starts at TECH” 

 

The world’s best online university according to FORBES 

The prestigious Forbes magazine, specialized in business and finance, has highlighted TECH as “the world's best online university” This is what they have recently stated in an article in their digital edition in which they echo the success story of this institution, “thanks to the academic offer it provides, the selection of its teaching staff, and an innovative learning method aimed at educating the professionals of the future” 

A revolutionary study method, a cutting-edge faculty and a practical focus: the key to TECH's success.

The most complete study plans on the university scene 

TECH offers the most complete study plans on the university scene, with syllabuses that cover fundamental concepts and, at the same time, the main scientific advances in their specific scientific areas. In addition, these programs are continuously being updated to guarantee students the academic vanguard and the most in-demand professional skills. In this way, the university's qualifications provide its graduates with a significant advantage to propel their careers to success. 

TECH offers the most comprehensive and intensive study plans on the current university scene.

A world-class teaching staff  

TECH's teaching staff is made up of more than 6,000 professors with the highest international recognition. Professors, researchers and top executives of multinational companies, including Isaiah Covington, performance coach of the Boston Celtics; Magda Romanska, principal investigator at Harvard MetaLAB; Ignacio Wistumba, chairman of the department of translational molecular pathology at MD Anderson Cancer Center; and D.W. Pine, creative director of TIME magazine, among others. 

Internationally renowned experts, specialized in different branches of Health, Technology, Communication and Business, form part of the TECH faculty.

A unique learning method 

TECH is the first university to use Relearning in all its programs. It is the best online learning methodology, accredited with international teaching quality certifications, provided by prestigious educational agencies. In addition, this disruptive educational model is complemented with the “Case Method”, thereby setting up a unique online teaching strategy. Innovative teaching resources are also implemented, including detailed videos, infographics and interactive summaries. 

TECH combines Relearning and the Case Method in all its university programs to guarantee excellent theoretical and practical learning, studying whenever and wherever you want.

The world's largest online university 

TECH is the world’s largest online university. We are the largest educational institution, with the best and widest online educational catalog, one hundred percent online and covering the vast majority of areas of knowledge. We offer a large selection of our own degrees and accredited online undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. In total, more than 14,000 university degrees, in eleven different languages, make us the largest educational largest in the world. 

TECH has the world's most extensive catalog of academic and official programs, available in more than 11 languages.

Google Premier Partner 

The American technology giant has awarded TECH the Google Google Premier Partner badge. This award, which is only available to 3% of the world's companies, highlights the efficient, flexible and tailored experience that this university provides to students. The recognition as a Google Premier Partner not only accredits the maximum rigor, performance and investment in TECH's digital infrastructures, but also places this university as one of the world's leading technology companies. 

Google has positioned TECH in the top 3% of the world's most important technology companies by awarding it its Google Premier Partner badge.

The official online university of the NBA 

TECH is the official online university of the NBA. Thanks to our agreement with the biggest league in basketball, we offer our students exclusive university programs, as well as a wide variety of educational resources focused on the business of the league and other areas of the sports industry. Each program is made up of a uniquely designed syllabus and features exceptional guest hosts: professionals with a distinguished sports background who will offer their expertise on the most relevant topics. 

TECH has been selected by the NBA, the world's top basketball league, as its official online university.

The top-rated university by its students 

Students have positioned TECH as the world's top-rated university on the main review websites, with a highest rating of 4.9 out of 5, obtained from more than 1,000 reviews. These results consolidate TECH as the benchmark university institution at an international level, reflecting the excellence and positive impact of its educational model.” reflecting the excellence and positive impact of its educational model.” 

TECH is the world’s top-rated university by its students.

Leaders in employability 

TECH has managed to become the leading university in employability. 99% of its students obtain jobs in the academic field they have studied, within one year of completing any of the university's programs. A similar number achieve immediate career enhancement. All this thanks to a study methodology that bases its effectiveness on the acquisition of practical skills, which are absolutely necessary for professional development. 

99% of TECH graduates find a job within a year of completing their studies.

Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological First Aid

Healthcare professionals, especially in the Emergency field, are confronted daily with patients experiencing Stress and Anxiety as a consequence of their critical circumstances. As this affects both their physical and mental well-being, psychological first aid is essential in these cases, although not usually considered initially. Therefore, those medical specialists who are skilled in this psychosocial strategy will provide a more effective intervention for these people. And in all these aspects you will be able to update yourself with this Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological First Aid from TECH.

Manage the Shock phase with the best strategies thanks to TECH

 

This Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological First Aid addresses the concept of Psychological Crisis, the factors that trigger it, the psychological triage or the shock phase, among other key points. In addition, you will take this program 100% online, being highly compatible with any of your personal or professional obligations.