This module will enable practitioners to develop and enhance their knowledge and skills pertaining to anatomy, physiology and physical health care in clients with mental illness. It provides an opportunity to understand the relationship(s) between physical and mental illness and develop the required skills to deliver holistic and individualised care in this challenging area of practice. The delivery is underpinned by empirical anatomical and physiological principles and evidence based theory and practice. The overarching aim of this module is to enable practitioners to be able to prevent, detect, assess and manage physical health conditions experienced by individuals with a mental illness.   

Available as a standalone module: Yes

Attendance (Please note, this may be subject to change)

Dates: For attendance information, please see the top of this page and click on ‘attendance dates’. Please note, if the module is full or closed for the intake(s) this academic year, dates may not appear. 

Venue: LSBU Southwark Campus

Typical intake(s): September and Janaury 

Entry requirements

• Registration with NMC; HCPC; GPHC or other relevant health body

• 2 years post qualification experience

• 90 credit points at Level 6

Career benefits

The physical health of individuals who experience a mental illness is gaining prominence nationally. There is greater emphasis being placed on viewing the individual holistically and incorporating the physical health needs of those in mental health settings in the planning, implementation and evaluation of their care. The completion of this module will allow this to become a greater reality as students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver holistic care. The successful completion of this module will open pathways for further progression both academically and in practice.

Assessment

• Element 1 - 4,000 word assignment. 

Assessment/submission date: See Under Apply

Learning outcomes

Knowledge and Understanding:   

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of anatomy and physiology in relation to systemic illness
• Critically analyse how the experience of a mental illness may impact on one’s physical health and vice versa   

Intellectual skills:

• Critically appraise the evidence base around the mortality and co morbidity of people with mental health and their physical health.

Practical Skills:

• Intervene to prevent, reduce or eliminate the impact of physical ill health upon mental health and the impact of mental ill health upon physical health.  

Transferable skills:

• Reflective skills will be developed by reviewing own practices and environments in which physical care is given