Description

Would you like to explore the latest developments in the psychological care of child and adolescent patients with learning disabilities and mental disorders? Then this program is perfect for you”

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Mental health promotion and prevention is one of the activities carried out by nursing professionals working in the area of neurocognitive disorders and diseases. This is a complex task due to the casuistry that each patient usually presents, determined by the characteristics of the pathology they suffer from. However, the close relationship between these professionals and the people they serve makes them an essential support for their recovery, rehabilitation or adaptation, generating unique bonds through which highly effective and beneficial  treatments can be implemented for their emotional and psychological stability. 

For this reason, and bearing in mind the increasing attention to mental health promotion, TECH and its team of Nursing and Psychology professionals have developed a complete program which facilitates the management of patients with mental disorders and learning difficulties in the clinical setting. It is a complete, dynamic, exhaustive and cutting-edge program that gathers the latest information related to specialized care for children and adolescents with different abilities, as well as for those who suffer from any kind of cognitive condition (anxiety, fears, phobias, stress, etc.). The program also includes a section dedicated to research, allowing students to explore statistical studies, the application of scientific method and the latest in psychometrics. Finally, it concludes this academic experience by reviewing the fundamentals of Mental Health Nursing, updating professionals’ knowledge on NANDA-NOC-NIC taxonomies and their practical application in the current clinical context. 

For this purpose, it contains 425 hours of the best theoretical, practical and supplementary content, the latter presented in different formats in order to provide the students with the opportunity to expand each section of the syllabus to suit their own needs and interests. Furthermore, it is presented 100% online, guaranteeing access from any device with an Internet connection, be it a tablet, PC or cell phone. This way students will not have to worry about having to follow strict schedules or attend classes, and will be able to update their knowledge through an academic experience that adapts to their needs and to the demands of nursing in the care of infant and adolescent patients with mental disorders. 

Thanks to this postgraduate diploma you will be able to incorporate the most innovative psychological strategies for the promotion of higher capacities in your practice"

This postgraduate diploma in Psychology of Childhood Learning and Mental Disorders contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most importantfeatures include:

  • Practical cases presented by experts in Nursing and Psychology 
  • The graphic, schematic, and practical content with which they are created, provides 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

You will have unlimited access to 425 hours of diverse theoretical, practical and supplementary content, which you will be able to download to any device with an Internet connection for consultation, even without coverage"

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

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

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

You will study the latest findings related to the different psychological care models in the clinical setting, allowing you to implement the best emotional management strategies in your practice"

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The perfect opportunity to get up to date on advances in nursing support for the psychological care of mental disorders in childhood"

Objectives

Nursing is one of the broadest and most diverse practices in existence, characterized, moreover, by its closeness to the individual. For this reason, and given the important role played by its professionals in the psychological management of children and young patients with mental disorders and psychocognitive difficulties, TECH has developed a complete program that will allow them, in just 6 months of 100% online study, to delve into the latest developments related to the fundamentals of nursing for mental health promotion and prevention, and provide cutting-edge praxis and clinical care supported by the most up-to-date knowledge. 

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A postgraduate diploma designed to help you achieve even your most ambitious goals and meet the most demanding standards in the field of Mental Health Nursing" 

General Objectives

  • Describe the relationship between thinking ability and learning and explain the different types of reasoning based on modern, clinical theories 
  • Manage the most innovative strategies to identify and treat stress and describe the historical evolution of language support from a modern psychological standpoint

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Psychological Treatment for Learning Ability 

  • Explain instrumental conditioning and its relation to learning 
  • Identify what is reinforcement in instrumental conditioning 
  • Delve into aversive instrumental conditioning 
  • Define observational learning and the different theories that explain it 
  • Explain what the model consists of and classify it according to the different types 
  • Establish the effects of observational learning 
  • Define stimulus control in relation to learning

Module 2. Psychological Treatment for Higher Cognitive Abilities 

  • Explain attention and filter models 
  • Describe resource-limited models 
  • Delve into automated and controlled care processes 
  • Explain the psychology of emotion 
  • Detect the importance of positive and negative emotions 
  • Identify the expression and regulation of emotions 
  • Manage strategies to identify and deal with stress 
  • Describe the historical evolution of attention to language from a psychological perspective 
  • Comprehend the relationship between language ability and learning 
  • Define memory structures 
  • Explain short-term memory as working memory 
  • Describe the different memory processes 
  • Understand the concepts of propositional representations and mental imagery Specific Objectives
  • Assimilate new approaches to memory 
  • Define the fundamental concepts of motivation 
  • Explain the neurophysiological basis of motivation 
  • Describe the relationship between thinking ability and learning 
  • Analyze the different types of Reasoning 
  • Explain problem solving and decision making 
  • Comprehend the relationship between Perception ability and learning 

Module 3. Childhood Mental Disorders 

  • Define the different childhood communication disorders 
  • Explain the different childhood learning disorders 
  • Define the different motor-skills disorders in childhood 
  • Detect the main emotional disorders in children. 
  • Explain the impact of abuse and neglect in infancy and childhood 

Module 4. Statistics, Scientific Method, and Psychometrics 

  • Define and control psychological variables 
  • Delve into the use of psychometrics in mental health research 
  • Perform quantitative data analysis 

Module 5. Fundamentals of Mental Health Nursing 

  • Explain the models and theories of Mental Health Nursing 
  • Master the Nursing Care Process in people with mental disorders 
  • Apply the NANDA-NOC-NIC taxonomies
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In order for you to perfect your skills, the teaching team has selected clinical cases from their own experience for you to resolve, applying the strategies included in this program"

Postgraduate Diploma Psychology of Childhood Learning and Mental Disorders

Immerse yourself in the exciting field of learning psychology and mental disorders in childhood with our Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology of Learning and Mental Disorders in Childhood program at TECH Global University. Through our online classes, you will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and effectively address the challenges of learning and mental health in children. Learning is a fundamental process in children's development and their mental health plays a crucial role in their well-being. In our program, you will explore the theoretical and practical principles of the psychology of learning, understanding how children acquire knowledge, skills and behaviors throughout their development. In addition, you will delve into the study of mental disorders that affect children, such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorders (ASD), mood disorders and anxiety disorders. You will learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of these disorders, as well as implement early intervention strategies and appropriate psychological support.

Emotionally support children by studying this Specialization

Our program will provide you with tools to assess and diagnose mental disorders in childhood, as well as to design and implement individualized treatment plans. You will learn to work collaboratively with other health professionals, such as clinical psychologists, pediatricians and educators, to provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary care to children and their families. By studying at TECH, you will enjoy a number of notable benefits. You will have access to quality educational material, taught by experts in the field of learning psychology and childhood mental disorders. Our practical approach will allow you to apply your knowledge through case studies and practical exercises. In addition, you will have the flexibility to study at your own pace, adapting your learning to your schedule and personal commitments.