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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


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.



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