Description

Thanks to this university degree you will be able to keep up to date with the latest developments in Applied Psychopharmacology”

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Although in many occasions the general population can understand that the psychotropic drug is the only solution to a disorder, it is true that its application is always determined by a broader and even multidisciplinary treatment. However, although it is true that the evolution of psychotropic drugs in recent years has led patients who take them to notice a considerable improvement in their disorders. This progress requires a deep knowledge from psychology professionals, which in this postgraduate certificate can be renewed thanks to the specialized teaching team that teaches this degree. 

An online program with didactic material made up of video summaries, specialized readings or simulations of real clinical cases that will allow the psychology professional to enter into the basics of psychopharmacology as the first topic of contact in this degree, to later enter into the different types such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, mood stabilizers or psychostimulants. In addition, the mechanisms of action, dosage, administration and contraindications are also discussed. All this, provided by professionals with extensive experience in this field. 

This postgraduate certificate also includes masterclasses given by an international guest lecturer with a great professional and research career in the field of Cognitive-Behavioral Psychology. A well versed professional who will lead students to learn about the latest advances in Applied Psychopharmacology in an advanced way. 

The flexible teaching system offered by TECH Global University is also an excellent opportunity for psychology professionals who wish to update their knowledge in a comfortable way, accessing the syllabus from and when they want. It only requires an electronic device (Tablet,, cell phone or laptop) to connect to the virtual platform and view or download the content available from the beginning of the Certificate. An option that facilitates the distribution of the teaching load according to your needs and the compatibility of your professional responsibilities with a high quality education. 

For 6 weeks you will immerse yourself in the world of psychopharmaceuticals, in the most recent studies and all this with online content provided by a specialized teaching team”

This postgraduate certificate in Applied Psychopharmacology contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include:

  • Practical cases presented by experts in 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 

You will have access 24 hours a day to the most updated syllabus in Applied Psychopharmacology. All you need is your computer and an internet connection”

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

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will allow the professional a situated and contextual learning, that is, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive training programmed to train in real situations. 

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, in which the professional will have to try to solve the different professional practice situations that will arise throughout the academic course. This will be done with the help of an innovative system of interactive videos made by renowned experts.

The multimedia resource library will allow you to deepen in Psychopharmacology essential concepts in a more visual and enjoyable way”

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A flexible program in which you will be able to learn more about drug interactions and side effects of psychotropic drugs”

Objectives

The objective of this Certificate is to achieve that the psychology professional reaches an updated knowledge of the different groups of psychotropic drugs most commonly used in therapies that apply to the Cognitive-Behavioral model. A goal that you will achieve in a more agile way and with less study time, thanks to theRelearningsystem that TECH Global University applies in each of its degrees.  

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A high-level academic program in which you will delve into the side effects of different groups of drugs”

General Objectives

  • Provide students with academic and technical knowledge in their professional work from the Cognitive-Behavioral approach 
  • Update knowledge in the design of Psychological Assessment from the Cognitive-Behavioral approach 
  • Update the knowledge and tools of Psychological Intervention for a good design of the therapeutic process 
  • Introduce the student to the therapeutic relationship tools that favor the establishment of a good therapeutic alliance 
  • Promote the knowledge and management of technical tools to know how to contain the emotional state of the patient 
  • Stimulate the psychology professional to maintain a continuous training and a development of his scientific knowledge 
  • Master the code of ethics in order to perform their work within professional ethics 

Specific Objectives

  • Differentiate the existing groups of psychotropic drugs for the treatment of psychiatric and behavioral disorders
  • Determine the mechanisms of action in each of the pharmacological treatments 
  • Assess the side effects of different groups of drugs 
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An online course in which you will learn more about the mechanisms of action of the different pharmacological treatments”

Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Psychopharmacology

Applied psychopharmacology focuses on the use of medications to treat mental and emotional disorders. This field has evolved tremendously in recent years, and is increasingly important to healthcare in general. For this reason, the interest of professionals to specialize in this new field has increased. Under this premise, TECH Global University presents its Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Psychopharmacology, a detailed look at the multiplicity of schemes that take place in this healthcare field. Here, we offer you an entirely virtual tour through various modules that range from basic pharmacology, pharmacotherapy for mood disorders and pharmacotherapy for anxiety disorders, to pharmacotherapy for psychotic disorders and pharmacotherapy for disorders related to substance abuse. In turn, you will explore topics related to the prescription of medications, covering dosage, side effects and treatment monitoring.

Specialize in applied psychopharmacology

TECH is not only the best digital university in the world according to prestigious media such as Forbes, but it is the headquarters of one of the largest psychology faculties, where we are in charge of training high-profile professionals so that they can improve both their income and their health praxis. Therefore, we offer you the best postgraduate you will find to optimize your curriculum. Here, we guarantee you quality lessons powered by advanced multimedia technology, development of practical cases and total self-management of your time. Thanks to these advantages you will learn in an immersive way everything related to applied psychopharmacology. Following this, you'll gain a strong foundation in psychopharmacology, allowing you to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care to patients.