About: This online learning package has been designed for health practitioners who care for children and young people with medically unexplained symptoms (MUS).

It was developed by The Royal Children's Hospital Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Andrew Court and the Melbourne Children’s Campus Mental Health Strategy team, with support from the Education Hub, and Research Assistant Kristen Van Bael.

The course aims to:

·         introduce key concepts about MUS and somatising, including appropriate terminology

·         provide information about care pathways, including identification and management of MUS presentations

·         improve understanding of functional rehabilitation and multidisciplinary teamwork in MUS cases

·         develop clinician confidence to care for and collaborate with children, young people and families in MUS cases

Intended audience:  Health practitioners who care for children and young people MUS.

The content of this resource is based on the systems that operate in Victoria, Australia. Learners outside Victoria are welcome to undertake the learning, however, please be aware of the differences to practice and policies relevant to other jurisdictions. 

Cost:  Free

CPD Points: N/A

Mode of delivery: Online

Contact: cmhs@mcri.edu.au

Course administrators: Alys-Marie Manguy, Andrew Court