Child and adolescent Mental Health
and social Care

 

Short Course
Weekend/ Evening/Online

 

English
2 Months


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Mental health challenges among children and adolescents are on the rise, requiring skilled professionals who can provide effective support and interventions.

Whether you work in healthcare, education, social services, or law enforcement, this course will enhance your ability to recognize early signs of mental health concerns, implement evidence-based interventions, and provide compassionate, child-centered care. With a strong emphasis on practical application, you will gain valuable insights and strategies to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, adolescents, and their families.

  • Duration: 2 Months
  • Programme of study: Weekend/ Evening /Distance learning.
  • Fees:
    EA Participants: UGX 800,000/=
    International Participants: USD 250$
  • Award: Certificate of Competence in Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Who Should Enroll?

This course is ideal for:
  • Healthcare Professionals
  • Educators and School Counselors
  • Social Workers and Child Protection Officers
  • Priests and Religious Child Care ministers
  • Nurses and Allied Health Professionals
  • Law Enforcement Officers
  • Final-year university Students pursuing related fields

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
  • Understand the psychological development of children and adolescents.
  • Identify mental health needs and appropriate therapeutic interventions.
  • Provide compassionate, collaborative, and effective care.
  • Recognize early warning signs, manage risks, and support resilience.
  • Apply evidence-based psychosocial interventions and address contemporary mental health challenges.
  • Critically evaluate professional practice while maintaining ethical boundaries.

Course Content

  • Introduction to Child & Adolescent Mental Health
  • Child and Adolescent Psychopathology
  • Child Protection & Advocacy
  • Alcohol, Drugs, and Behavioral Addictions
  • Psychotherapeutic Interventions for Children & Adolescents
  • Legal and Ethical Considerations in Child Mental Health
  • Practicum

Award

  • Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Competence in Child and Adolescent Mental Health.

Key Features

  • A comprehensive understanding of child and adolescent mental health.
  • A critical approach to how young people experience distress.
  • A multidisciplinary learning environment fostering collaboration.
  • A strong emphasis on applying theory to real-world practice.

Teaching Methods

  • Lectures
  • Workshops
  • Group Discussions
  • Role Play

Assessment Methods

  • Essays
  • Structured Examinations
  • Practice-Based Assessments
  • Case Studies
  • Presentations
This course offers a dynamic and interactive learning experience, providing professionals and students with the expertise to make a meaningful impact in child and adolescent mental health care.

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