Paediatric Mental Health

Course description

In this course, students are provided an overview of the physical, cognitive, social, psychological and emotional developmental processes starting from the prenatal period through to adolescence. Elements impacting neuro-typical development are examined, as well as the indicators of various mental health disorders that may emerge in childhood or adolescence. With sensitivity to equity and inclusion, students learn what makes the child and adolescent population unique, and integrate approaches aimed at supporting positive development for children and youth accessing mental health services.

Students registering for credit courses for the first time must declare a program at the point of registration. Declaring a program does not necessarily mean students must complete a program, individual courses may be taken for skill improvement and upgrading.

For more information, please contact Continuing Education