NUR 564/565 Advanced Diagnosis and Psychopathology Across the Lifespan II

Summer Semester

This course builds upon previous coursework to advance students’ knowledge of psychopathology of selected mental health disorders across the lifespan. Students will integrate and apply advanced assessment skills to diagnose and treat psychiatric conditions across the lifespan. There is an emphasis on interprofessional collaboration and the impact of psychosocial, ethical, cultural, economic, legal and political factors on clinical decision-making in the management of psychiatric/mental health patients’ health care needs. Course theory is integrated during a supervised clinical experience. (3 credits theory, 2 credit clinical, 112 hours) Prerequisite: NUR 562/563 5 credit hours