College of Nursing, Madras Medical College, Chennai
Chennai,Tamil Nadu,India
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Master of Science in Nursing (M.Sc Nursing) Mental Health Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing (M.Sc.) Mental Health Nursing
Course:
Master of Science in Nursing (M.Sc.) Mental Health Nursing is a PG Programme offered by College Of Nursing, Madras Medical College, Chennai . M.Sc. Mental Health Nursing is a two-year postgraduate course aims to cater to the needs of psychiatric patients professionally. The student should have passed B.Sc Nursing, B.Sc Hons. Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc Nursing. The curriculum gives in-depth knowledge in advanced nursing practice, nursing education, mental health nursing, nursing management and nursing research & statistics. Patience, dedication and compassion for the patients and their family are expected from the candidates of this course. The course meticulously prepares the students to confidently assess, diagnose and treat mental health problems like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, substance abuse etc. The study also helps them to cope up patients with violence, anger issues, grief and other adjustment issues. After diagnosing tests, they have to implement a treatment plan and follow it. The nurses are expected to administer medications and psychotherapy on need basics. The course open job opportunities in different health care settings and organisations in roles like nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, administrators, educators and researchers.
Duration: 2 years
Eligibility:
- The minimum education requirements shall be the passing of B.Sc. Nursing / B.Sc.Hons. Nursing/ Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with not less than of 55% aggregate marks from an institution that is recognized by the Indian Nursing Council.
Higher Studies:
- Ph.D. Nursing
- MPH ( Master of Public Health)
Career Opportunities:
- Nurse
- Researcher
- Psychiatric and behavioural treatment clinics
- Corporations
- Consultants with business or communities
- Administrators
- Teacher
