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Overview
With the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Humanitarian Emergencies micro-credential from Trinity College Dublin you will gain knowledge of how humanitarian emergencies affect and impact the mental health and psychosocial well-being of individuals, families and communities and familiarise yourself with the most current research, guidelines, strategies, and interventions available to help mitigate adverse psychological responses common in the context of humanitarian emergencies.
How will this Micro-credential be delivered?
- This micro-credential takes a hybrid learning approach.
- Five consecutive days of direct contact in December are required. These can be completed online or in person on our Dublin campus.
- Additional time is allocated for self-directed learning and preparing the assignments.
Programme Structure
Learners will be able to:
- Explain how emergencies impact the mental health and psychosocial well-being of individuals, families, and communities.
- Apply the Inter-Agency Standing Committee for MHPSS Guidelines to explain the key principles and approaches of MHPSS programmes in emergency settings.
- Explain the various components of an MHPSS humanitarian programme cycle.
- Explain the role of key policies, tools and manuals for MHPSS programmes in emergency settings.
- Explain different types of MHPSS interventions.
- Apply and tailor MHPSS interventions to specific population groups and contexts.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
5 ECTS
Delivered
Blended
Campus Location
- Dublin, Ireland
Disciplines
Psychology Public Health Emergency & Disaster Management View 6 other Short Courses in Psychology in IrelandWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
Applicants should submit a CV showing any experience working in the development or humanitarian sector, if applicable.
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Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents520 EUR / full≈ 520 EUR / full -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals520 EUR / full≈ 520 EUR / full -
Applies to you
Applies to youFree
Living costs
Dublin
Ireland
1100 - 1800 EUR / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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