PSY5016 Supporting mental health and wellbeing in older adults
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
PSY5016 Supporting mental health and wellbeing in older adults is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences. It isn't offered in 2026. It needs PSY5011, PSY5012, PSY5013 and PSY5014 and unlocks 4 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Other periods
- Monash Online
- Assessment
- No exam
- 2 tasks
The 2027 handbook has no page for PSY5016. This is its 2026 entry, the latest one.
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Requisites
Before PSY5016
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After PSY5016
4 units list PSY5016 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Must be enrolled in course code M6042
Overview
This unit will focus on mental health and wellbeing throughout the lifespan into older adulthood. You will gain an understanding of optimal ageing, including when changes occur across a variety of social (e.g., working and retirement), psychological (e.g., mental health) and biological (e.g., brain health) areas. Modifiable lifestyle factors and associated interventions to help optimize and promote healthy ageing will be considered, along with how we might communicate key messages in support of person-centred care and wellbeing. The unique challenges of working with older adults, and in particular older adults who experience complex mental health, addiction, and interconnected concerns will also be explored.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching period 1 | Monash Online | Mo |
Assessment
- Infographic: Optimal ageing (1x A4 page or equivalent)Artefact40%
- Case study analysis and reflection: Providing support (2,000 words)Written60%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Evaluate aspects of mental health and wellbeing across the lifespan including intersectionality and challenges specific to ageing.
- 2
Apply the bio-psycho-social-cultural-spiritual model to holistically promote positive experiences and expectations of ageing.
- 3
Effectively communicate a range of critical factors involved in healthy and positive ageing to a diverse audience.
- 4
Apply knowledge of ethical frameworks and demonstrate reflective and evidence-informed practice in support of person-centred care.
- 5
Evaluate modifiable lifestyle factors and evidence-informed approaches to promote healthy ageing and support mental health and wellbeing.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials6 hours
You should expect to spend 20-24 hours per week on this unit to achieve the learning outcomes:
- 5-6 hours self-directed learning journeys
- 4-5 hours readings or activities
- 7-8 hours skills-based assessment tasks
Each week there will be an optional Zoom session.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Erin Mckay
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PSY5016?
You need PSY5011, PSY5012, PSY5013 and PSY5014 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after PSY5016?
PSY5016 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 4 units, including PSY5019, PSY5020, PSY5021 and PSY5022.
When is PSY5016 offered?
PSY5016 has no offerings listed in the 2026 handbook.
Does PSY5016 have an exam?
No. PSY5016 has 2 assessment tasks and no exam.