Faculty: Graduate School of Health Science This major prepares students for careers in psychiatric nursing, focusing on the care and treatment of individuals with mental health disorders. Students develop practical nursing skills and theoretical knowledge to support patients with psychological, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Graduates are equipped for roles in psychiatric hospitals, mental health clinics, and community health centers. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand fundamentals of psychiatric nursing and mental health disorders. - Develop skills in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning. - Learn techniques for crisis intervention, psychotherapy, and medication management. - Explore principles of ethical practices and cultural competency in mental health care. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in psychiatric nursing. - Develop empathy, communication, and problem-solving skills for effective nursing practice. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Psychiatric Nursing** - Overview of key concepts and industry trends in psychiatric nursing. - Fundamentals of psychiatric nursing and mental health disorders. 2. **Psychiatric Assessment and Diagnosis** - Principles of psychiatric assessment and diagnosis. - Techniques for conducting mental health evaluations. 3. **Psychopharmacology** - Fundamentals of psychopharmacology and medication management. - Techniques for administering and monitoring psychiatric medications. 4. **Psychotherapy and Counseling** - Principles of psychotherapy and counseling techniques. - Techniques for providing individual and group therapy. 5. **Crisis Intervention** - Fundamentals of crisis intervention and management. - Techniques for assessing and intervening in psychiatric emergencies. 6. **Mental Health Across the Lifespan** - Principles of mental health care for different age groups. - Techniques for addressing age-specific mental health needs. 7. **Ethical and Legal Issues** - Understanding ethical guidelines and legal standards in psychiatric nursing. - Techniques for ensuring ethical and legal compliance. 8. **Cultural Competency** - Principles of cultural competency and diversity awareness. - Techniques for addressing cultural issues in psychiatric nursing. 9. **Practicum in Psychiatric Nursing** - Real-world nursing experiences in psychiatric settings. - Application of learned skills in practical scenarios. 10. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project applying skills in psychiatric assessment or psychotherapy. - Delivery of a polished psychiatric nursing project or case study. **Assessment Methods:** - Psychiatric assessment reports, psychopharmacology plans, psychotherapy session plans, crisis intervention reports, mental health projects, ethical practice analyses, cultural competency projects, practicum reports, capstone projects, and clinical evaluations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing" by Mary C. Townsend. - "Psychopharmacology: Drugs, the Brain, and Behavior" by Jerrold S. Meyer and Linda F. Quenzer. - "Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Basics and Beyond" by Judith S. Beck. - "Crisis Intervention Strategies" by Richard K. James and Burl E. Gilliland. - "Ethical and Legal Issues in Nursing" by Diana C. Fottler. - "Cultural Competence in Healthcare" by Larry D. Purnell. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of nursing, psychology, and mental health. Suitable for students interested in psychiatric nursing and mental health care. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, practicum, and clinical rotations. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Psychiatric Nursing and pursue professional certifications like the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse (PMHN) certification. **Target Audience:** Aspiring psychiatric nurses, mental health professionals, and individuals seeking careers in psychiatric nursing and mental health care. This major equips students with the skills needed to excel in psychiatric nursing, supporting careers in mental health care and related fields.