Forthcoming Courses
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Overview
The numbers and frequency of major incidents and disasters is
rising. However, the proportion of affected people who are killed
by them is falling. Perhaps, this is one reason why the
psychosocial, mental health and mental illness consequences have
come to the fore in the last decade.
The Royal College of Psychiatrists, under the leadership of
Professor Richards Williams and supported by a multi-professional
team, has undertaken considerable development in this field with,
for example: NATO, the EU, the Government of England and the Health
Protection Agency. As a result the College has produced a clear set
of learning objectives, guidance and a model of care designed to
support a range of professionals who may have to confront, cope
with and/or manage disasters in their lifetime.
The College has defined four levels of training for mental
health professionals:
1. Awareness
2. Core knowledge and capabilities
3. Training for consultant practice with people who develop
mental
disorders
4. The advanced knowledge and skills required by mental
health
professionals who advise incident
commanders.
About the Course
This one day course is intended to deliver training to Levels 1
and 2. It is thought provoking and, while especially designed for
core trainees to help them understand the background, priorities,
issues and possible roles of clinicians involved in preparation for
and handling of disasters, it is also highly relevant to senior
trainees and consultants who are starting out in this field and who
may wish to progress to Levels 3 or 4. Furthermore, mental health
professionals who are interested in public mental health are also
likely to find the content helpful.
This course is eligible for 6 CPD
hours subject to your peer group approval.
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