Week 1: Nature of Mental Health/Illness: Myths and Facts about Mental Illnesses: Acknowledging Culture in Mental Health Settings
Week 2: Relationship Between Mental Health, Physical Health and Co-morbid Conditions
Week 3: Broad Categories of Mental Disorders – Part 1
Week 4: Broad Categories of Mental Disorders – Part 2: Culture, Patient’s Rights and Commonwealth Laws
Week 5: Mental Health Assessment and Types of Psychiatric Treatments
Week 6: Impact of Stigma Related to Mental Health Illnesses and Psychiatric Treatments
Week 7: Ethical Considerations and Professionalism in the Mental Health Encounter
Week 8: Managing and Negotiating the Medical Interpreter Role In Mental Health Settings: Clinical Encounter Practice Session
Week 9: Current Trends in Mental Health and Health Care (Contemporary Issues and Innovations in Mental Health Services)
Week 10: Medical Interpretation Strategies and Practice for Mental Health-related Dialogues and Interactions