Description

Thanks to this postgraduate certificate, you will be able to renew your knowledge in an agile way and with the most recent lines of research on depression”

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The economic and social crises, the uncertainty experienced in recent years, the high competitiveness in the labor market are just some of the factors that have influenced the increase of people around the world with anxiety or depression. Alarming figures on the mental health of people, which is for the psychologist professionals an opportunity to practice their profession with the utmost rigor and effectiveness possible to reverse this situation.

This postgraduate certificate provides students with a broad syllabus with which they will delve, during the 6 weeks of duration, into depression, its foundations, causal factors, assessment and diagnosis of the patient, as well as recent advances that have occurred in psychological and pharmacological treatments. All this, keeping in mind also the approach of the recent studies that have focused their research on suicide, its prevention and the different methods of action for people more prone to take their own lives. This will be possible thanks to the innovative teaching material that students will find on the virtual platform, which is at the educational forefront.

Undoubtedly, this program is an excellent opportunity offered by TECH to all psychology professionals who wish to delve into and update their knowledge in a comfortable and agile way. It only requires an electronic device (tablet, computer or cell phone) with internet connection to access the complete syllabus, without in-person attendance or fixed schedules. In this more flexible format, students will be able to acquire a renewal of knowledge, wherever and whenever they wish, allowing them to combine quality education without neglecting other professional and/or personal areas of their lives.

Thanks to this 6-week program, you will delve into depression, the causal factors and its diagnosis”

This postgraduate certificate in Depressive Disorders contains the most complete and up-to-date 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

An ideal option to combine work responsibilities with an education that will allow you to be aware of the most effective treatments for depression”

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.

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 student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

In this program, you will have at your disposal multimedia teaching resources that will favor the consolidation of knowledge”

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Access 24 hours a day to a comprehensive and up-to-date syllabus on depression and its clinical approach”

Objectives

During the development of this program, the psychology professionals will be able to achieve a complete renewal of their knowledge about depression, as well as the most effective and scientifically supported treatments used today. This knowledge will be possible thanks to an exhaustive syllabus, which can also be complemented with a library of multimedia resources with which the syllabus can be extended. In addition, the Relearning system will allow students to reduce the long hours of study and achieve the objectives sooner.

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A program designed for psychology professionals who wish to update their knowledge in a flexible and convenient way”

General Objectives

  • Acquire complete and comprehensive education in Clinical and Health Psychology
  • Provide the students with the conceptual and theoretical knowledge of Clinical and Health Psychology
  • Differentiate illness from health
  • Know the psychological models in Clinical and Health Psychology
  • Conduct psychological evaluations
  • Design prevention protocols for health psychology and health promotion
  • Know the aspects that affect clinical practice
  • Manage the knowledge, skills, techniques, resources, and strategies needed to perform clinical practice
  • Understand professional guidelines for good practice within the psychology profession

Specific Objectives

  • Know the bases and characteristics of depressive disorders
  • Identify the profile of the patient
  • Know the bases and the treatments for patients with depressive disorders
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Thanks to this postgraduate certificate, you will be able to recycle your knowledge in depression and the profile of each patient”

Postgraduate Certificate in Depressive Disorders

Depressive disorders are common mental illnesses that affect mood, energy and the ability to enjoy life. Depression can be treated with therapy, medication and changes in daily routine. If you are looking to delve deeper into the study of one of the most common and debilitating mental illnesses out there, you've come to the right place. At TECH Global University, you will find the most complete and up-to-date University Course in Depressive Disorders in the educational panorama. Supported by an innovative interactive system and with 100% virtual classes, we offer you the opportunity to deepen in this field in a simple but efficient way. Our Postgraduate Certificate includes an extensive syllabus that covers from the different types of depressive disorders: major depression, bipolar disorder and persistent depressive disorder, to the different theories about the causes of depression (genetic, biochemical, psychological and social factors).

All about depressive disorders in this Postgraduate Certificate

Depression affects millions of people around the world, and understanding its causes, symptoms and treatments is fundamental to be able to help those who suffer from it. That's why, at TECH, we focus on providing you with the most relevant content that will turn you into a specialist. Through flexible virtual classes and state-of-the-art interactive material, we will optimize your skills in various areas such as the diagnostic methods used to identify depression and ways to differentiate it from other mental disorders. In addition, you will explore different treatment approaches, from cognitive-behavioral therapy to interpersonal therapy and medication. Finally, you'll delve into the study of the symptoms of depression, including changes in mood, energy and appetite, followed by feelings of sadness, guilt and hopelessness.