***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
Instalment Price 5 @ £51.00
Price: £230.00
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General
Since 2003, BPDWORLD has been delivering services to people with
Personality Disorders. We are committed to raising awareness and reducing
the stigma of mental health. Therefore we are striving in offering
the best information, advice and support available in the UK on Borderline
Personality Disorder.
We have a professional advice service where carers of BPD sufferers
can get expert advice on issues they are facing when dealing with
their clients. We have held many conferences on BPD and have recently
been expanding our services, offering workshops and courses on Borderline
Personality disorder.
Our Courses:
We have recently expanded our services by offering medical practioners,
carers, Cpn’s and those interested in learning more about Borderline
Personality Disorder the opportunity to attend one of the most detailed
BPD courses available in the United Kingdom.
Introduction to BPD (1 day) Cost: £80 p.p.
Introduction to BPD (1/2 day) Cost: £50 p.p.
(Discount for groups)
The prices quoted above are for the courses we hold in Wakefield,
West Yorkshire. Please enquire for dates. This includes lunch and
tea.
Should you wish the above courses to be delivered at your chosen
work we will charge you the sum of £300 for half a day and £500
for a full day. (Maximum of 12 Per group)
Course Contents:
Borderline Personality Disorder – an overview
Causes of BPD
Symptoms of BPD
BPD and Relationships
Emotional Deregulation
DSM IV
Clusters of Personality Disorder
Treatment of BPD
Dialectal Behavioural Therapy
BPD and Selfharm
BPD and Suicide
Selfharm and Suicide Intervention
Hospitalization
A certificate will be awarded with the successful
completion of this course.