This paper provides an introduction to the clinical specialty of mental health nursing for nurses new to mental health. The practice builds on foundations provided in preregistration programmes and explores core clinical concepts in mental health and the social context of mental health. Topics include clinical and recovery models, trauma informed care and evidence for practice.

Teaching Periods and Locations


25A (HAM) Paper outline	A Trimester : 24 Feb 2025 - 22 Jun 2025	Hamilton	On-campus	100% internal assessment
25B (HAM) Paper outline	B Trimester : 07 Jul 2025 - 02 Nov 2025	Hamilton	On-campus	100% internal assessment

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Timetabled lectures

25A (HAM)

Name	Day	Time	Room	Dates
Lecture	Thur	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	K.3.10, Hamilton	Mar 13 - Mar 16
Lecture 2 *MARCH 21	Fri	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	K.3.10, Hamilton	Mar 14 - Mar 16
Lecture 3 *APRIL 15	Tue	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	TC.2.66, Hamilton	Apr 8 - Apr 13
Lecture 4 *APRIL 16	Wed	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	TC.2.66, Hamilton	Apr 9 - Apr 13
Lecture 5 *MAY 27	Tue	8:00 AM - 4:00 PM	TL.2.19, Hamilton	May 20 - May 25
Lecture 6 *MAY 28	Wed	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	TL.2.19, Hamilton	May 21 - May 25

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Indicative Fees

Domestic

International


25A (HAM)	$2,421
25B (HAM)	$2,421

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25A (HAM)	$10,531
25B (HAM)	$10,531

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Available subjects

Health Science

Additional information

Subject regulations

HLTSC520