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Medical psychology is the application of psychological principles to the practice of medicine, and is clearly comprehensive rather than primarily drug-oriented, for both physical and mental disorders. Medical psychologists use psychological theories and principles in order to improve the health and well-being of patients with physical illness. They are clinical psychologists who work in hospitals, medical centres, and health care facilities. A medical psychologist holds prescriptive authority for specific psychiatric medications and other pharmaceutical drugs must first obtain specific qualifications in Psychopharmacology.

Eligibility Criteria for BSS Advanced Diploma in Medical Psychology

• The applicant must be completed Tenth standard or Twelfth or its equivalent from a recognized school board.

Course Duration

• One years

Course syllabus

Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify psychological, emotional or behavioural issues

• Diagnose psychological, emotional or behavioural disorders

• Develop and implement treatment plans and therapeutic processes

• Help clients define goals and plan action to achieve personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment

• Monitor client progress through regular meetings or sessions

• Teach classes

• Conduct research

• Publish research findings in industry journals

• They should use the knowledge to diagnose, treat and prevent psychological disorders that also can lead to physical disorders.

• Assessing clients' behaviour and needs via observation, interviews and psychometric tests.

• Developing, administering and monitoring appropriate treatment therapies and strategies.

• Undertaking research

• Writing reports

• Providing support and advice to carers

• Meeting, advising and liaising with other NHS professionals

• Helping clients to make positive changes to their lives

Employers

• The NHS

• Psychiatric units

• Hospitals

• Mental health services

• Health centres

• Local clinics

• Social services departments

• Schools

• Prisons

Skills

• Knowledge of psychological theory and practice

• Interest in how people think and behave

• Good research skills

• Ability to relate to and empathise with a range of people

• Good team working skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Sensitive listening and questioning skills

• Ability to cope with emotionally demanding situations

• Ability to work both on your own and with others

Higher Studies after BSS Advanced Diploma in Medical Psychology

• Students who have completed one year of BSS Advanced Diploma in Medical Psychology after Tenth or Twelfth are eligible to get admission to the related Under Graduation courses or its equivalent.

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