Nursing Psychology

Explore the psychology behind nursing care. Study emotional, mental, and behavioural health online.

Overview:

Nursing Psychology focuses on the psychological principles essential to effective nursing care. This course introduces learners to mental health frameworks, patient psychology, behavioural theories, and emotional dynamics in healthcare settings. It’s tailored to help you understand the thought patterns, emotional needs, and psychological challenges patients may experience during treatment. You’ll also explore how nurses themselves manage stress, respond to trauma, and maintain emotional stability within demanding environments.

Whether you’re aiming to work in a clinical setting, specialise in mental health care, or simply want to deepen your understanding of human behaviour in health-focused contexts, this course offers valuable insights. Delivered entirely online, it equips you with a strong theoretical foundation in psychological care relevant to modern nursing practices. You'll explore case-based scenarios, theoretical constructs, and psychological approaches applicable across various patient care settings.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand core psychological concepts related to patient care environments.
• Identify behavioural patterns common in healthcare-related mental distress.
• Explore stress, anxiety, and emotional responses in nursing roles.
• Learn psychological responses to illness, pain, and chronic conditions.
• Recognise the role of empathy and communication in patient outcomes.
• Analyse mental health models used across healthcare frameworks.

Who is this Course For

• Individuals pursuing a foundation in nursing-related psychology studies
• Health professionals seeking to deepen their psychological knowledge
• Aspiring nurses curious about patient emotional behaviour
• Care workers aiming to support mental health effectively
• Psychology students interested in health and nursing application
• Individuals in telehealth or remote support roles in care
• Hospital support staff exploring human behaviour understanding
• Community health workers focused on emotional wellbeing

Career Path

• Mental Health Support Worker – £23,000/year
• Health Psychology Assistant – £25,500/year
• Clinical Healthcare Analyst – £30,000/year
• Community Mental Health Advisor – £27,000/year
• Patient Behaviour Liaison Officer – £29,000/year
• Remote Counselling Assistant – £26,000/year