Overview

This module addresses the promotion of positive mental health, sexual health and the prevention of substance misuse. Current frameworks and models for practice, together with international and national policy and practice initiatives will be presented and reviewed. The evidence-base supporting health promotion interventions in these areas will be examined. The implementation of mental health promotion strategies will be examined across the life course in key settings such as the home, schools (primary and post primary), workplace, community, primary care and mental health services.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be over 21 years of age and a Level 8 undergraduate qualification or equivalent is required. One to four years relevant work-experience is recommended. Applications can be considered using  Recognition of Prior Learning. 

What you will Learn

Current frameworks and models for practice, together with international and national policy and practice initiatives will be presented and reviewed. The evidence-base supporting health promotion interventions in these areas will be examined. The implementation of mental health promotion strategies will be examined across the life course in key settings such as the home, schools (primary and post primary), workplace, community, primary care and mental health services.

Learning Outcomes

1. Have a critical understanding of the conceptual and theoretical base of mental health promotion.
2. Identify the determinants, risk and protective factors for positive mental health and wellbeing and the nature of their interaction in promoting mental health equity.
3. Critically appraise and apply the generic principles of evidence-based practice in implementing mental health promotion interventions across the life course delivered in key settings, such and the home, schools, community and health services.
4. Understand principles of best practice based on current international and national research on evidence based practice and policy.

Assessments

• Continuous Assessment (100%)

Contact

If you have any questions about this course, please contact:

Micro-credentials Team,
University of Galway

Email: Micro-credentials

How to Apply

From the 1st October 2024, you can apply for this micro-credential through our Online Application Portal. 

Learn more about our application process.

Apply here: Online Application Portal

When completing your application please make sure to select the following categories:

Academic level: Micro-credentials and CPD
College/Interest type: Micro-credentials/CPD Undergrad Level 9
Academic programme: Medicine & Health Sciences micro-credentials -  CPC14

You will need to manually enter the Module Name and Code under ‘Module Name’ on the second page of your application. Please copy the name and code below:

Mental Health Promotion - HP1107