Module Descriptors
MODERNISING MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR OLDER PEOPLE
XCPD70457
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 7
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
The assignment will describe in detail a proposal drawn up by the student to bring about change within their service area/organisation, demonstrating their understanding and application of change management theory and skills.
The following represent university grading criteria for M level work
PASS WITH DISTINCTION
An outstanding piece of work which meets all the requirements of a merit grade and in addition:
Demonstrates creativity and innovation. There is substantial evidence of critique, challenge and original thought. The arguments presented are compelling and authoritative and demonstrate synthesis to support new ideas.
PASS WITH MERIT
A piece of work which meets all the requirements for a pass grade and in addition:
Presents arguments which have been underpinned by a thorough exploration of data and conceptual-based evidence which may go beyond the boundaries of the discipline. Discussion communicates ideas and arguments logically, concisely, clearly and effectively
PASS
Proficient, fluently, presented arguments that demonstrate understanding of theoretical issues in the application of knowledge.
Work includes critical analysis that demonstrates breath and depth of literature and knowledge in the subject area, and originality in presentation.
The use of evidence demonstrates an understanding of the problem of the boundaries of knowledge and is used as a basis for problem solving.
Referencing is complete and accurate
The following represent university grading criteria for M level work
PASS WITH DISTINCTION
An outstanding piece of work which meets all the requirements of a merit grade and in addition:
Demonstrates creativity and innovation. There is substantial evidence of critique, challenge and original thought. The arguments presented are compelling and authoritative and demonstrate synthesis to support new ideas.
PASS WITH MERIT
A piece of work which meets all the requirements for a pass grade and in addition:
Presents arguments which have been underpinned by a thorough exploration of data and conceptual-based evidence which may go beyond the boundaries of the discipline. Discussion communicates ideas and arguments logically, concisely, clearly and effectively
PASS
Proficient, fluently, presented arguments that demonstrate understanding of theoretical issues in the application of knowledge.
Work includes critical analysis that demonstrates breath and depth of literature and knowledge in the subject area, and originality in presentation.
The use of evidence demonstrates an understanding of the problem of the boundaries of knowledge and is used as a basis for problem solving.
Referencing is complete and accurate
Module Indicative Content
Mental health aspects of service development are integral to all members of the multi professional team supporting older people with mental health needs; the content of this module will reflect the diversity of professionals who work with the client group. The purpose of this module is to give the student an opportunity to reflect on the service currently delivered to older people with mental health needs and their families and develop strategies to bring about service improvement through the development and application of skills in change management and service redesign.
The module will commence with a historical overview of older people's mental health services, review relevant government policy and guidance and consider their implications for implementation. It will explore the experience and aspirations of older people with mental health problems and also those of their family carers and consider approaches to ensure that those perspectives are central to service development.
Potential models of support, care and intervention within specialist secondary services, the housing and social care sectors, primary care and the interface with general acute care will be explored. Included will be opportunity to introduce different models of support under development within the UK to respond to the policy agenda (e.g. direct payment, single assessment, memory clinics and mental health components of intermediate care). There will also be opportunity to reflect on international perspectives.
The theories and skills of change management and service redesign will be developed and developed and applied to services known to the students. All students will be required to explore models of organisational change and service redesign to develop proposals to bring about change within their own organisation or practice setting.
The module will commence with a historical overview of older people's mental health services, review relevant government policy and guidance and consider their implications for implementation. It will explore the experience and aspirations of older people with mental health problems and also those of their family carers and consider approaches to ensure that those perspectives are central to service development.
Potential models of support, care and intervention within specialist secondary services, the housing and social care sectors, primary care and the interface with general acute care will be explored. Included will be opportunity to introduce different models of support under development within the UK to respond to the policy agenda (e.g. direct payment, single assessment, memory clinics and mental health components of intermediate care). There will also be opportunity to reflect on international perspectives.
The theories and skills of change management and service redesign will be developed and developed and applied to services known to the students. All students will be required to explore models of organisational change and service redesign to develop proposals to bring about change within their own organisation or practice setting.
Module Learning Strategies
Tutor led seminars will introduce key theories and models. You will be expected to contribute to the delivery of this module via formal group debate, group discussion will be generated to foster critical thought and promote reflection. Verbal presentations to the peer group will be encouraged to identify and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of service provision- thus your independent study will be guided towards these and other relevant activities.
Elements of this module will be delivered via Blackboard.
Contact Hours (36 hours):
40% Key Lectures
30% Student led seminars
30% Interactive tutor led theoretical excercises.
Independent Study Hours (114 hours)
100% reading and assignment preparation
Elements of this module will be delivered via Blackboard.
Contact Hours (36 hours):
40% Key Lectures
30% Student led seminars
30% Interactive tutor led theoretical excercises.
Independent Study Hours (114 hours)
100% reading and assignment preparation
Module Resources
Library
Study skills/ IT support advisors
Tutorial support
Access to a computer and the internet
Utilising e mail facilities
Access to Blackboard
Study skills/ IT support advisors
Tutorial support
Access to a computer and the internet
Utilising e mail facilities
Access to Blackboard
Module Texts
CARE SERVICES IMPROVEMENT PARTNERSHIP :-
The Change Agent Team http://www.changeagentteam.org.uk
National Institute for Mental Health England. http://www.nimhe.org.uk
Carnall C.A.(2003) Managing Change in Organizations 4th Edition. Hemel Hempstead. Prentice Hall.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (1997) A Handbook of Mental Health of Older People. London: Department of Health.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (2001) National Service Framework for Older People. London: Department of Health
Available online: http://www.nelh.nhs.uk/nsf/
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (2004) National Service Framework for Mental Health - Five Years On. London: Department of Health
Iles V. (1997) Really Managing Health Care. Buckingham. Open University Press.
Iles V. and Sutherland K. (2001) Organisational Change. A Review for Health Care Managers, Professionals and Researchers. London. NCCSDO
THE AUDIT COMMISSION (2000) Forget Me Not - Mental Health Services for Older People. London: Audit Commission.
THE AUDIT COMMISSION (2002) Forget Me Not 2002 - Developing Mental Health Services for Older People in England. London: Audit Commission.
Senior B: (2002) organisational change 2nd Ed Prentice Hall
http://www.integratedcarenetwork.gov.uk/homepage.php
Other texts and resources will be indicated in the module handbook.
The Change Agent Team http://www.changeagentteam.org.uk
National Institute for Mental Health England. http://www.nimhe.org.uk
Carnall C.A.(2003) Managing Change in Organizations 4th Edition. Hemel Hempstead. Prentice Hall.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (1997) A Handbook of Mental Health of Older People. London: Department of Health.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (2001) National Service Framework for Older People. London: Department of Health
Available online: http://www.nelh.nhs.uk/nsf/
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (2004) National Service Framework for Mental Health - Five Years On. London: Department of Health
Iles V. (1997) Really Managing Health Care. Buckingham. Open University Press.
Iles V. and Sutherland K. (2001) Organisational Change. A Review for Health Care Managers, Professionals and Researchers. London. NCCSDO
THE AUDIT COMMISSION (2000) Forget Me Not - Mental Health Services for Older People. London: Audit Commission.
THE AUDIT COMMISSION (2002) Forget Me Not 2002 - Developing Mental Health Services for Older People in England. London: Audit Commission.
Senior B: (2002) organisational change 2nd Ed Prentice Hall
http://www.integratedcarenetwork.gov.uk/homepage.php
Other texts and resources will be indicated in the module handbook.