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    Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
    EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

    Course Overview

    History of Mental Illness is an online certification course designed to provide students with an understanding of the broad concept of mental illness. The online course explores the science and the history behind mental illness. The certification course is offered by Coursera which is part of the Abnormal Psychology Specialization. 

    History of Mental Illness training begins with a general introduction and proceeds to explore four kinds of mental illness: neurasthenia, depression, attention deficits and narcissism. The online course guides students to get familiar with the evolution of the modern sciences and the connection of mental illness with human psychology. Students will be able to learn how to treat mental illness and diagnostic strategies for undertaking practical scenarios. 

    The Highlights

    • Offered by Coursera
    • Completion Certificate
    • Beginner-level online course
    • 10 hours of learning

    Programme Offerings

    • Course Resources
    • Practical learning and Exercises
    • videos
    • Flexible Deadlines

    Courses and Certificate Fees

    Certificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
    yesWesleyan University, MiddletownCoursera

    History of Mental Illness Certification Fee Structure 

    Course Details

    Fee

    1 month fee

    Rs. 1,699

    3 months fee

    Rs. 3,499 per month

    6 months fee

    Rs. 5,199 per month


    Eligibility Criteria

    Certification Qualifying Details 

    To qualify for the History of Mental Illness certification by Coursera, candidates need to complete the full course and the final assessment. They are also required to attain a qualifying passing grade. 

    What you will learn

    The History of Mental Illness certification syllabus teaches students the broad history behind the concept of mental illness, the classifications, treatments and discoveries of mental illness. They will learn how these scientific discoveries were deeply informed by the cultural conditions of the present time.

    Upon completion of the History of Mental Illness certification, students will gain deeper insights into the conceptions involved within psychological sciences, the forces behind the increase in depression and all the evolving disorders within psychological science. 


    Who it is for

    History of Mental Illness is designed for child psychologists, and clinical psychologists to understand the practical notion behind mental health illness. The online course provides students with an understanding of how cultural and socio-economic factors have influenced the treatment of mental illness.


    Admission Details

    To join the History of Mental Illness classes, candidates need to follow these steps: 

    Step 1: Browse the official URL: https://www.coursera.org/learn/history-mental-illness

    Step 2: Click on the option “Enrol for Free’ 

    Step 3: Candidates would be then asked to sign up or login on the official website with a primary email address. 

    Step 4: Thereafter a payment window option will appear in which candidates have to pay for the course. However, they can also choose the Audit option which would not provide them with a rewarding certificate except access to all course readings. 

    Application Details

    To enrol for the History of Mental Illness training, candidates have to sign up or log in on the official website which asks for details such as a primary email address, name, phone number and location.

    The Syllabus

    Videos
    • What Do We Call It?
    • What Do We Call It - Part 2
    • Who Are the Experts?
    • Who Are the Diagnosed?
    • Why the History of Mental Illness?
    Readings
    • "A History of Psychology", Chapter 1
    • Madness in Civilization, chapter 1
    • Analysis Essays - Expectations
    • Analysis Essay #1
    • Analysis Essay #1 - Answer Key
    Practice Exercise
    • Quiz 1

    Videos
    • Science
    • Treatments 
    • Experiences
    • Reflections
    Readings
    • "American Nervousness" (Preface)
    • "Americanitis"
    • Analysis Essay #2
    • Analysis Essay #2 - Key
    Practice Exercise
    • Quiz 2

    Videos
    • Science
    • Treatments
    • Experiences
    • Reflections
    Readings
    • "The Empire of Depression", Chapter 1
    • "Good Grief" (New York Times op ed)
    • "Good Science or Good Business?"
    • Analysis Essay #3
    • Analysis Essay #3 - Key
    Practice Exercise
    • Quiz 3

    Videos
    • Science
    • Treatments
    • Experiences
    • Reflections
    Readings
    • "Bad Boys, Good Mothers"
    • Analysis Essay #4
    • Analysis Essay #4 - Key
    Practice Exercise
    • Quiz 4

    Videos
    • Science
    • Treatments
    • Experiences
    • Reflections
    • Course Conclusions
    Readings
    • "Narcissism in the Modern World"
    • "The Narcissism Epidemic"
    • "The Americanization of Narcissism"
    • Analysis Essay #5
    • Analysis Essay #5 - Key
    Practice Exercise
    • Quiz #5

    Instructors

    Wesleyan University, Middletown Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: What is the duration of the History of Mental Illness online course?

    This course involves 15 hours of learning which comes with pre-recorded videos. 

    2: Who is offering the History of Mental Illness certification course?

    This online course is offered by Coursera which is a part of the Abnormal Psychology Specialization.

    3: How do I enrol for the History of Mental Illness training?

    To join this course, candidates need to complete the registration process and pay the course fee

    4: Is there any scholarship available for the History of Mental Illness classes?

    Candidates can apply for the financial aid option by completing the requisite actions.

    5: Who is responsible for teaching the History of Mental Illness certification by Coursera?

    This course is taught by some of the leading professors and scholars of Wesleyan University. 

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