30-Hours Professional Diploma in Management and Treatment of Dual Diagnosis
Credit hours
3
Dual diagnosis describes a mental health condition occurring alongside substance use, and this programme explains why the combination is complex to understand and support. Learners look at risk factors, assessment and care planning, integrated and trauma-informed approaches, communication, and crisis and safeguarding responses. Designed to build awareness for support workers, carers and others in health and social care settings.
What you'll cover
- 01Introduction to Dual Diagnosis and Key Concepts
- 02Mental Health Conditions and Co-occurring Substance Use
- 03Risk Factors, Causes, and Diagnostic Complexities
- 04Assessment Techniques and Treatment Planning
- 05Integrated Models of Care and Intervention Strategies
- 06Trauma-Informed Approaches and Co-existing Disorders
- 07Communication and Behavioural Support Techniques
- 08Safeguarding, Risk Management, and Crisis Response
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