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***NEW Diploma*** Working With A Diagnoses Of Personality Disorder

Objectives:
After studying this course, students will be able to:
Have an understanding of personality disorders
Understand Possible Causes
Have Knowledge of the Different treatments Available
List Sources of help and advice in a range of situations
A clear understanding of how to work with these complex conditions

Student Profile:
This programme is designed for people who wish to gain an understanding of working with personality disorders and the basic skills required to work with such complex conditions. No prior knowledge is required

Study Method:
The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home. Students receive course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support

Qualification:
Successful students will receive a UK Open Learning Diploma.

Assessments:
Assessment takes the form of a series of tutor marked assignments plus one extended essay

Entry Requirements:
There are no entry requirements.

Timescale:
The programme takes place over a timescale to suit the student. Once registered, tutor support is available for up to one year or until completion whichever is the soonest.

Location:
The programme is home or work-based enabling students to complete the course without having to attend scheduled college teaching sessions.

Tutor Support:
Throughout the course, students will receive tutor support by email and by post.

Course Outline
Unit 1: Classifications of Personality Disorder
Diagnostic criteria – DSM – ICD

Unit 2: History and an explanation of Personality Disorders
What are personality Disorders?
Paranoid
Schizoid
Schizo typical
Anti Social
Borderline
Histrionic
Narcissistic
Avoidant
Dependant
Obsessive

Unit 3: Presentation Of Personality Disorder
Self Harm
Coping with Borderline Personality Disorder
Eating disorders
Addictions
OCD – Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Stress
Anxiety
Depression & Bipolar
Dissociative Disorders

Unit 4: Common Generalisations and misconceptions
Manipulative
Attention seeking
Demanding
Obstructive

Unit 5: Causes of Personality Disorders
Developmental
The role of Peers
Biological
Genetic
Physical

Unit 6: Treatments
Medications, Anti Depressants, Anti Psychotics, Mood Stabilizers
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Mentalisation based treatment (MBT)
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Therapeutic Communities
Day Hospitals
Solution Focused Therapy
Treatment research
EMDR – Eye Movement desensitisation restructuring

Unit 7: Working with personality disorder
Therapeutic relationship
The importance of supervision
Crisis management
Prognosis

Study Hours 100

Total Price

£255.00

Discount availible, Please enquire.

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