postgraduate certificate Psychotic Disorders and Substance Use: Dual Pathology

The increase in the consumption of certain drugs, together with people with mental illnesses, makes the approach to dual pathology more than necessary. While it is true that in recent years it has undergone significant changes, however, it still requires specialized health personnel who are constantly updating their knowledge. This program provides the mental health professional through an online teaching, a deepening of the different substances that affect psychotic disorders and recent lines of research. All this with a multimedia content and real case simulations that give this program an eminently practical approach.

University certificate

duration

6 weeks

Modality

Online

Schedule

At your own pace

Exams

Online

start date

Credits

6 ECTS

financing up to

3 months

Price

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Description

Access the latest developments in the evolution of psychotic disorders with substance use in this postgraduate certificate"

This postgraduate certificate, which consists of 150 teaching hours taught 100% online, is aimed at mental health professionals, providing them with renewed knowledge in the area of dual pathology, the effects of substance use and the main lines of scientific research in psychotic disorders.

The teaching team specialized in this health area and their professional experience in centers and hospitals referents in the field of psychology and psychiatry allow students to be updated in a closer and closer way to the treatments used in dual pathology, as well as the clinical analysis of each patient.

This program will delve into the main substances (cannabis, excitatory substances, opiates and alcohol) and their characteristics, as well as the link between these substances and previous disorders or the activation of psychotic disorders in different patients. Students will also learn about the different approaches currently applied in the rehabilitation and approach to psychotic disorders in the family environment, which is sometimes so important for the support and recovery of the patient.

An excellent opportunity to keep abreast of the latest developments in dual pathology with a program at the academic forefront. Students will be able to access this online program from any device with an Internet connection, without fixed schedules and with all the syllabus available from the first day. This option allows students to acquire updated and enriched knowledge thanks to the multiple multimedia resources that the teaching staff of this program has made available to students.

Deepen with this postgraduate certificate in scientific advances in substance use and the correlation of psychotic disorders"

This postgraduate certificate in Psychotic Disorders and Substance Use: Dual Pathology contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

The development of practical cases presented by experts in Psychology and Psychotic Disorders
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

A program that will allow you to update all your knowledge in dual pathologies in a simple way and with a practical approach"

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 provide the professionals with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide an immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

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

Delve into the recent scientific evidence on cannabis use and its relationship with dual pathologies"

Addresses new psychotherapeutic approaches and techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with psychotic disorder"

Objectives

This postgraduate certificate will allow the mental health professionals to deepen in the affectation in people of substances and their correlation with psychotic disorders, delve into the new studies that address dual pathologies, the characteristics and the legal regulatory framework for the use of certain substances. All this in order for students to acquire a renewed knowledge about psychotic disorders. The real cases provided by the teaching team will serve to achieve these goals and bring students closer to situations that can be experienced in any consultation.

Renew your knowledge with a 100% online program that allows you to combine your personal life with a university qualification"

General Objectives

Delve into the current classification of Psychotic Disorders in the different manuals: DSM-5 and ICD-11
Consolidate the fundamental clinical aspects of Psychotic Disorders
Gain knowledge about the evolution of Psychotic Disorders over time
Identify the different types of Psychotic Disorders, their clinical characteristics and diagnosis
Delve into the different diagnostic techniques and their new developments in Psychotic Disorders
Perform a correct diagnostic approach to Psychotic Disorders
Master the different pharmacological and psychotherapeutic approaches to Psychotic Disorders
Detail and know the bio-psycho-social influence of Psychotic Disorders in children and adolescent, adult and elderly stages
Learn about new approaches to intervention in the rehabilitation of schizophrenia and psychotic disorders
Delve into new lines of scientific research in psychotic disorders

Specific Objectives

Address the issue of dual pathology in psychotic disorders
Learn the influence of substance use on psychotic disorders
Delve into the main substances used by users, their main characteristics and their correlation with psychotic disorders
Delve into the legal framework of substance use and its relationship with the psychotic entity
Delve into in new studies on this subject

Delve into substance use comorbidities in different population groups with this 100% online program"

Postgraduate Certificate in Psychotic Disorders and Substance Use: Dual Pathology

Dive into the exciting world of psychology and mental health with the Postgraduate Certificate in Psychotic Disorders and Substance Use: Dual Pathology, offered by TECH Global University. This program will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the intersection between psychotic disorders and substance use, an essential area in the field of clinical psychology. In today's society, mental health and wellness are more important than ever. Dual pathology, involving the coexistence of psychotic disorders and problematic substance use, presents complex challenges and demands specific treatment approaches. In this Postgraduate Certificate, you will explore the nature of these disorders, their underlying causes, and effective strategies for intervention and support.

Postgraduate Certificate

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One of the exceptional advantages of this program is that it is taught in online mode, giving you the flexibility to study from anywhere and at any time that best suits your routine. At TECH Global University, we believe that online education can be just as enriching and effective as face-to-face, allowing you to advance your learning without interrupting your daily commitments. By enrolling in this Postgraduate Certificate, you will have access to an online learning environment designed to keep you engaged and motivated. Through interactive resources, real case studies and online discussions with other students, you will be able to deepen your understanding of dual pathology and how to effectively address it in the clinical setting. If you want to make a difference in the lives of people struggling with psychotic and substance use disorders, TECH Global University's Postgraduate Certificate in Psychotic and Substance Use Disorders: Dual Pathology is the perfect path for you. Take advantage of the online modality and expand your knowledge in a crucial field of clinical psychology!