Title: Human resources and training in mental health.
Authors: World Health Organization.
Date: 2005
Publisher: World Health Organization,
Physical description: xiii, 123 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 30 cm.
Language: English
LC classification: R
Abstract: This module provides a comprehensive approach to human resources and training for mental health in countries. It includes guidance on the development of a human resource policy for mental health that provides a coherent framework for workforce development. It outlines a systematic method to determine the number of personnel and the mix of competencies required by a range of mental health services, including general hospitals, primary care and community settings.--Publisher's description.
Contents: Human resources : policy and models of care -- Planning human resources for mental health care -- Human resource management -- Education and training.
Subject headings (LCSH): Health planning.; Medical education.; Medical personnel.; Mental health facilities--Employees--Training of.; Mental health personnel--Education.; Mental health services--Administration.; Mental health services--Personnel management.