This module is for registered nurses, doctors and rehabilitation and therapeutic health professionals in the Western Cape. 

It explores mental health in children, including early prevention/intervention practices and the major types of mental health problems that present in children.



About the course

Course Design:
Self-directed online.


Duration: 
It will take approximately 3 hours to complete.


Eligibility for this course: 

  • Healthcare professional working in the Western Cape. 
  • Completed Practical Approach to Mental Health Care: Foundations


Certification: 
Participants need 70% pass mark for final quiz in order to receive a                                       certificate.


Published: 
October 2024.

Course curriculum

The following topics are covered in this course:


Mental Health in Children

Part 1: The importance of early intervention

  • The importance of early intervention
    • The Nurturing Care Framework
    • The 1st 1000 days continuum
    • Breastfeeding & mental health


Part 2: Mental health problems in children

  • Mental health problems in children
    • Developmental problems 
      • Case scenario 9: Thato
    • Emotional problems
      • Case scenario 10: Lerato
    • Behavioural problems 
      • Case scenario 11: Thando


Part 3: School health & supporting the child's caregiver

  • School health 
  • Supporting the child's caregivers


Module 4 assessment quiz


Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness
People Development Centre

Acknowledgements:

  • Knowledge Translation Unit