What You will Learn From This course

Expected Outcomes:
 

1. 30% increase in early detection of mental health conditions through routine screening.
2. 20% improvement in patient adherence to treatment plans via collaborative care.
3. Reduced wait times for mental health services through telemedicine and streamlined referrals.
4. 15% decrease in hospitalizations for untreated mental illness due to proactive primary care.
5. Strengthened GP confidence in managing mental health as part of holistic patient care.

 

Course Curriculum

Requirements

1. Basic knowledge of primary healthcare or clinical practice
2. Ability to read and understand English
3. Access to a device with stable internet
4. Recommended for nurses, general practitioners, clinical officers and Public Health 

Description

This course empowers General Practitioners (GPs) to effectively identify, manage, and refer to common mental health conditions within primary care settings. Participants will learn evidence-based strategies for routine screening, brief interventions, pharmacological management, and collaborative care models. Through real-world case studies and interactive tools, the course emphasizes reducing stigma, improving patient access, and integrating mental health into everyday practice to address the global burden of untreated mental illness.

 

 Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will:
 

• Recognize the prevalence and impact of common mental health conditions (e.g., depression, anxiety, PTSD) in primary care.
• Apply validated screening tools (e.g., PHQ-9, GAD-7) for early detection.
• Implement brief counseling techniques (e.g., motivational interviewing, problem-solving therapy).
• Prescribe first-line pharmacological treatments (e.g., SSRIs) with confidence.
• Navigate referral pathways for complex cases (e.g., bipolar disorder, psychosis).
• Utilize telemedicine and community partnerships to enhance patient access.
• Advocate for integrated care models to reduce stigma and improve outcomes.
   

Instructor Profile

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