Course Introduction

This course identifies the basic elements of schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders. We discuss stereotypes, symptoms, and potential functional limitations. We describe effective employment practices and recognize the challenges for youth with psychosis in the transition process, discussing ways to address the issues.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Identify basic elements of schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders and how the diagnoses differ.
• Summarize schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders and factors that contribute to its development.
• Identify stereotypes surrounding schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders.
• Describe the symptoms and potential functional limitations of schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders.
• Identify various ways that persons with schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders manage their symptoms using a multimodal approach.
• Relate how specific characteristics of schizophrenia/psychosis are considered in the career exploration process, using a team approach.
• Explain cultural differences in the ways schizophrenia and psychosis are viewed. Indicate how to promote racial and cultural equity in service provision.
• Illustrate how functional limitations can be accommodated. . Identify effective employment practices, potential barriers, accommodations, and other employment considerations for persons with schizophrenia and psychosis.
• Recognize the challenges for youth with psychosis in the transition process and ways to address the issues.