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 1 *MARCH 20	Thur	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	K.3.10, Hamilton	Mar 20 - Mar 23
Lecture 2 *MARCH 21	Fri	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	K.3.10, Hamilton	Mar 21 - Mar 23
Lecture 3 *APRIL 15	Tue	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	TC.2.66, Hamilton	Apr 15 - Apr 20
Lecture 4 *APRIL 16	Wed	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	TC.2.66, Hamilton	Apr 16 - Apr 20
Lecture 5 *MAY 27	Tue	8:00 AM - 4:00 PM	TL.2.19, Hamilton	May 27 - Jun 1
Lecture 6 *MAY 28	Wed	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	TL.2.19, Hamilton	May 28 - Jun 1

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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