Programme Specification and Curriculum Map for Advanced Diploma/PG Certificate in Dual Diagnosis 1. Programme title Advanced Diploma/Post Graduate Certificate in Dual Diagnosis 2. Awarding institution Middlesex University 3. Teaching institution Middlesex University 4. Programme accredited by N/A 5. Final qualification Post Graduate Certificate in Dual Diagnosis Advanced Diploma in Dual Diagnosis 6. Academic year 2009/10 7. Language of study English 8. Mode of study Part-time 9. Criteria for admission to the programme Students admitted to the programme must have A professional qualification (e.g. medicine, nursing, social work, psychology) and recent post qualification experience of working with clients with substance misuse and/or mental health. For those without a relevant (i.e. health/social) professional qualification Evidence of successful level 2 (Advanced Diploma) or level 3 study (Post-Graduate Certificate) and recent experience of working with clients with substance misuse and/or mental health. Applicants must be working or have access to clinical practice. In addition all applicants will be expected to submit a 700-1,000 word supporting statement and should note that interview may be included as part of the intake process. Please note that disabilities should not preclude a student from studying this programme. Pre accreditation is not available for this programme. Advanced Diploma 10. Aims of the programme The programme aims to: Provide health and social care professionals working directly with ‘dual diagnosis’ clients the opportunity to develop their knowledge, skills and capabilities commensurate with their role. The overall aims of the programme are to provide 1. A critical overview of the most important issues arising from working with dual diagnosis clients in the context of a health and social care arena 2. The opportunity to critically discuss current responses and practice in the management of dual diagnosis 3. A forum in which students can compare and contrast their field experience in working with dual diagnosis 4. The opportunity of examining ways of improving practice within the area of dual diagnosis 5. The opportunity to explore the importance of multiagency and multidisciplinary work as part of the strategic response framework in working with dual diagnosis clients 11. Programme outcomes A. Knowledge and understanding On completion of this programme the successful student will have knowledge and understanding of : 1. Policy and legislation and its application to the field of dual diagnosis 2. Key mental health and addiction theories 3. Substance misuse prevalence and patterns 4. Evidenced based screening and assessment tools relevant to the field of substance misuse and mental health and appropriate application 5. Specific dual diagnosis treatment interventions and their effectiveness 6. Service configuration, evaluation and development with respect to current dual diagnosis mainstreaming policy Teaching/learning methods Students gain knowledge and understanding through a variety of teaching and learning strategies with the emphasis on developing the students’ ability to be responsible for their own learning and progress. Lectures and seminars both from programme team staff and outside specialists are used to explore the key issues and concepts. Problem based scenarios are used to critically analyse a situation and develop recommendations for effective dual diagnosis care. In addition one to one tutorials and group seminars are offered where students have the opportunity to explore ideas and receive additional support. Assessment Method Students’ knowledge and understanding is assessed by Key knowledge is assessed through multiple choice question (MCQ) (Formative) Critical reflection on current policy and practice is assessed through a reflective log with reference to own practice area, and an essay. Understanding of effective evidenced based assessment and interventions are assessed in an essay. B. Cognitive (thinking) skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: 1. Recognise the political and economic reality of contemporary dual diagnosis health and social care practice and how this influences attitudes and behaviour Teaching/learning methods Students learn cognitive skills through the process of reflective practice and critical evaluation. A range of study skills workshops are offered and students are facilitated by the course tutors to debate and discuss during classroom sessions. In addition small group discussion seminars targeting specific elements of the course are held in both semester 1 and 2. Students are also encouraged to engage in online discussions via OASISplus. Themes are provided by module leaders. Assessment Method Students’ cognitive skills are assessed by Essays are used to assess cognitive skills. Seminar and case study presentations are used as a method of formative assessment C. Practical skills On completion of the programme the successful student will be able to: 1. Differentiate and interpret clinical cooccurring conditions of mental illness and substance misuse 2. Display an ability to transfer and apply specific engagement and screening skills and exercise significant judgment in the assessment of clients with dual diagnosis D. Graduate Skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: 1. Communication within the interprofessional team 2. Multidisciplinary team work 3. Effective learning 4. Information technology Teaching/learning methods Students learn practical skills through workshops, individual and group tutorials, student presentations and peer session leader feedback. . Assessment Method Students’ practical skills are formatively assessed in the class room via role play with respect to ‘practicing’ key interview skills and the employment of specific clinical tools Teaching/learning methods Students acquire graduate skills through workshops, seminars and individually negotiated learning opportunities. Given the extensive use of the on-line learning facility (i.e. OASISplus) students are given the opportunity of enhancing their 5. Numeracy 6. Personal and Career Development computing and IT skills. Assessment method Students’ graduate skills are assessed formatively within the modules and summatively assessed through critical reflection on practice. 12. Programme structure (levels, modules, credits and progression requirements) 12. 1 Overall structure of the programme The Advanced Diploma is offered as a stand alone programme delivered on a part-time basis. There are two compulsory modules MHR3623 and MHR3624 12.2 Levels and modules Level 3 COMPULSORY OPTIONAL Students must take all of the following: MHR3623 Foundations in working with Dual Diagnosis n/a PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS Successfully passing MHR3623 and MHR3624 MHR3624 Assessment & Treatment in Dual Diagnosis 13. A curriculum map relating learning outcomes to modules See Curriculum Map for the Advanced Diploma at end of section. Post Gradate Certificate 10. Aims of the programme The programme aims to: Provide health and social care professionals working directly with ‘dual diagnosis’ clients the opportunity to develop their knowledge, skills and capabilities commensurate with their role. The overall aims of the programme are to 1. Encourage critical discussion on current response and practice in the management of dual diagnosis 2. Introduce current policies and evidence based treatment 3. Provide a forum in which students can compare and contrast their field experience in working with dual diagnosis 4. Stimulate critical evaluation on ways of improving practice within the area of dual diagnosis 5. Foster critical discussion and support for the importance of multiagency and multidisciplinary work as part of the strategic response framework in working with dual diagnosis clients 11. Programme outcomes A. Knowledge and understanding On completion of this programme the successful student will have knowledge and understanding of : 1. Policy and legislation and its application to the field of dual diagnosis 2. Key mental health and addiction theories 3. Substance misuse prevalence and patterns 4. Evidenced based screening and assessment tools relevant to the field of substance misuse and mental health and appropriate application 5. Specific dual diagnosis treatment interventions and their effectiveness 6. Service configuration, evaluation and development with respect to current dual diagnosis mainstreaming policy Teaching/learning methods Students gain knowledge and understanding through A variety of teaching and learning strategies with the emphasis on developing the students’ ability to be responsible for their own learning and progress. Lectures and seminars both from programme team staff and outside specialists are used to explore the key issues and concepts. Problem based scenarios are used to critically analyse a situation and develop recommendations for effective dual diagnosis care. In addition one to one tutorials and group seminars are offered where students have the opportunity to explore ideas and receive additional support. Assessment Method Students’ knowledge and understanding is assessed by Key knowledge is assessed through multiple choice question (MCQ) (Formative) Critical reflection on current policy and practice is assessed through a reflective log with reference to own practice area, and an essay.. Understanding of effective evidenced based assessment and interventions are assessed employing case studies and critique of exemplars using PodCasts. B. Cognitive (thinking) skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: 1. Recognise the political and economic reality of contemporary dual diagnosis health and social care practice and how this influences attitudes and behaviour 2. Ability to apply learning across a variety of clinical settings, and to apply and interpret principles of relevant policies and practices at a strategic level Teaching/learning methods Students learn cognitive skills through Focussing on reflective practice and critical evaluation. A range of study skills workshops are offered and students are facilitated by the course tutors to debate and discuss during classroom sessions. In addition small group discussion seminars targeting specific elements of the course are held in both semester 1 and 2. Students are also encouraged to engage in online discussions via OASISplus. Themes are provided by module leaders. Assessment Method Students’ cognitive skills are assessed by essays, written case study summaries and critique of video podcasts of interventions are used to assess cognitive skills. Seminar and case study presentations are used as a method of formative assessment C. Practical skills On completion of the programme the successful student will be able to: 1. Differentiate and interpret clinical cooccurring conditions of mental illness and substance misuse 2. Display mastery of complex and specialised skills in conducting a comprehensive assessment of the dual diagnosed client Teaching/learning methods Students learn practical skills through through workshops, individual and group tutorials, student presentations and peer session leader feedback. Role play with respect to ‘practicing’ key interview skills and the employment of specific clinical tools is used. Assessment Students’ practical skills are assessed by application of screening and assessment skills are assessed through case studies, and video podcasts D. Graduate Skills On completion of this programme the successful student will be able to: 1. Communication within the interprofessional team 2. Multidisciplinary team work 3. Effective learning 4. Information technology 5. Numeracy 6. Personal and Career Development Teaching/learning methods Students acquire graduate skills through Workshops, seminars and individually negotiated learning opportunities. Given the extensive use of the on-line learning facility (i.e. OASISplus) students are given the opportunity of enhancing their computing and IT skills. Assessment method Students’ graduate skills are assessed formatively within the modules and summatively assessed through critical reflection on practice. 12. Programme structure (levels, modules, credits and progression requirements) 12. 1 Overall structure of the programme The Postgraduate Certificate is offered as a stand alone programme delivered on a parttime basis. There are two compulsory modules MHR4623 and MHR4624 12.2 Levels and modules Level 4 COMPULSORY OPTIONAL Students must take all of the following: Students must take all of the following: MHR4623 Foundations in working with Dual Diagnosis n/a PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS Successfully passing MHR4623 and MHR4624 to progress to the PG Diploma/MSc MHR4624 Assessment & Treatment in Dual Diagnosis 13. A curriculum map relating learning outcomes to modules See Curriculum Map for Postgraduate Certificate at end of section. 14. Information about assessment regulations The University and School Assessment Policies apply to this programme. Programme specific requirements are: The pass mark for all modules is 16 No condonement of a failed module is allowable 15. Placement opportunities, requirements and support (if applicable) Not applicable 16. Future careers (if applicable) Not applicable 17. Particular support for learning (if applicable) Not applicable 18. JACS code (or other relevant coding system) 19. Relevant QAA subject benchmark group(s) 20. Reference points Dual Diagnosis Capability Framework (2007) Mental health policy implementation guide: Dual diagnosis good practice guide (2002) Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs Drugs Act 2005 The National Service Framework for Mental Health - 5 Years On (2004) Mental Health Act - September 2004 Alcohol Harm Reduction Strategy (2004) Models of Care Update (2006) The NHS Plan (DoH, 2001) Drug Misuse & Dependence Guidelines (1999) Drugs: Protecting families and communities – 2008-2018 strategy The National Service Framework for Mental Health (DoH, 1998) Keys to engagement - Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health (1998) A First Class Service - Quality in the New NHS (DoH, 1998) QAA Qualifications Framework School Teaching and Learning Policy (2007/08) School Assessment Policy and Procedures (2007/08) Middlesex University Academic Regulations (2007/08) Middlesex Learning Framework (2007/08) Curriculum map for Advanced Diploma in Dual Diagnosis This section shows the highest level at which programme outcomes are to be achieved by all graduates, and maps programme learning outcomes against the modules in which they are assessed. Programme learning outcomes Knowledge and understanding Practical skills A1 Policy and legislation and its application to the field of dual diagnosis C1 Differentiate and interpret clinical co-occurring conditions of mental illness and substance misusers A2 Key mental health and addiction theories C2 Display an ability to transfer and apply specific engagement and screening skills and exercise significant judgment in the assessment of clients with dual diagnosis A3 Substance misuse prevalence and patterns C3 A4 Evidenced based screening and assessment tools relevant to the field of substance misuse and mental health and appropriate application C4 A5 Specific dual diagnosis treatment interventions and their effectiveness C5 A6 Service configuration, evaluation and development with respect to current dual diagnosis mainstreaming policy C6 Cognitive skills Graduate Skills D1 Communication within the inter-professional team B2 D2 Multidisciplinary team work B3 D3 Effective learning B4 D4 Information technology B5 D5 Numeracy B6 D6 Personal and Career Development B1 Recognise the political and economic reality of contemporary dual diagnosis health and social care practice and how this influences attitudes and behaviour Module Title Module Code by Level Programme outcomes A1 A2 A3 Foundations in Dual Diagnosis MHR3623 x x x Assessment and Treatment in Dual Diagnosis MHR3624 x A4 A5 x x A6 x A7 B1 B2 B3 x x X x B4 B5 B6 C1 C2 C3 X X X X X X x x x x x x C4 C5 C6 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 Curriculum map for Postgraduate Certificate in Dual Diagnosis This section shows the highest level at which programme outcomes are to be achieved by all graduates, and maps programme learning outcomes against the modules in which they are assessed. Programme learning outcomes Knowledge and understanding Practical skills A1 Policy and legislation and its application to the field of dual diagnosis C1 A2 Key mental health and addiction theories C2 A3 Substance misuse prevalence and patterns C3 A4 Evidenced based screening and assessment tools relevant to the field of substance misuse and mental health and appropriate application C4 A5 Specific dual diagnosis treatment interventions and their effectiveness C5 A6 Service configuration, evaluation and development with respect to current dual diagnosis mainstreaming policy C6 Cognitive skills Differentiate and interpret clinical co-occurring conditions of mental illness and substance misuse Display mastery of complex and specialised skills in conducting a comprehensive assessment of the dual diagnosed client Graduate Skills D1 Communication within the inter-professional team D2 Multidisciplinary team work B3 D3 Effective learning B4 D4 Information technology B5 D5 Numeracy B6 D6 Personal and Career Development B1 B2 Differentiate and interpret clinical co-occurring conditions of mental illness and substance misuse Display mastery of complex and specialised skills in conducting a comprehensive assessment of the dual diagnosed client Module Title Module Code by Level Programme outcomes A1 A2 A3 Foundations in Dual Diagnosis MHR4623 x x x Assessment and Treatment in Dual Diagnosis MHR4624 x A4 A5 A6 x x x Advanced Diploma/PG Certificate in Dual Diagnosis 2008/2009 A7 B1 B2 B3 X x x x B4 B5 B6 C1 C2 C3 X X X X X X x x x x x x C4 C5 C6 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 10 Programme Diagram Advanced Diploma in Dual Diagnosis Semester 1 Semester 2 MHR3623 Foundations in Working with Dual Diagnosis 30 credits @ level 3 MHR3624 Assessment & Treatment in Dual Diagnosis 30 credits @ level 3 + Exit with Advanced Diploma in Dual Diagnosis Award Postgraduate Certificate in Dual Diagnosis Semester 1 Semester 2 MHR4623 Foundations in Working with Dual Diagnosis 30 credits @ level 4 MHR4624 Assessment & Treatment in Dual Diagnosis 30 credits @ level 4 + Advanced Diploma/PG Certificate in Dual Diagnosis 2008/2009 Exit with Postgraduate Certificate in Dual Diagnosis Award 11