PSW114 – Cognitive and Mental Health

COURSE INFORMATION:

Admission Requirements
  • Grade 12 or OSSD Equivalent
  • Mature Student
  • Textbook: Mosby’s Canadian Textbook for The Support Worker. Fourth Edition ©2018 Elservier Inc. By Sorrentino, Remmert and Wilk

Course Fees: $485.00
Other Compulsory Fees: Inclusive
Course Hours: 30 Hours
Course Intake: Every Monday
Department: PT – Continuing Education
Registration: Nativetc.com


COURSE OVERVIEW

Use identified approach and best practices to support positive and safe behaviour in clients experiencing cognitive impairment, mental health challenges and/or responsive behaviours*.

TRAINING LOCATIONS

North Bay Campus or Online – www.nativetc.com

Part 1: Describe the causes and symptoms of cognitive/intellectual impairments and the PSW role.

Part 2: Describe types of mental health illnesses/treatments plus the role of the PSW.

Part 3: Describe symptoms/treatment of acquired brain injuries plus the role of the PSW.

Part 4: Understand adaptations to individualized care techniques when assisting clients.

Part 5: Observe, document and report client responses to care.

Part 6: Apply consistency in all client caregiving tasks.

Part 7: Understand strategies for responsive behaviours and legislated requirements for recording.

Part 8: Identify suicidal behaviours and PSW responsibilities.

Knowledge Competencies
Outline identified approaches and best practices to support positive and safe behaviour in clients experiencing cognitive impairment, mental health challenges and/or responsive behaviours*. (Including Gentle Persuasive Approach)

Skill Competencies
Use identified approaches and best practices to support positive and safe behaviour in clients experiencing cognitive impairment, mental health challenges and/or responsive behaviours*.