About University Diploma in Development and Organization of Mental Health Services:

The Higher Institute of Public Health (ISSP) at the Saint Joseph University of Beirut, the National Mental Health Programme at the Ministry of Public Health and the World Health Organization have worked together to bring to you the first University Diploma in Lebanon in “Development and organization of mental health services”, in collaboration with the Lisbon Institute of Global Mental Health and with support from the Agence Française de Développement. This University Diploma will provide an updated and solid understanding of the main concepts in mental health services development and organization. The goal of this program is to build the capacity of public health and health professionals (physicians, psychologists, social workers, nurses, etc.) and other professionals (program managers, directors of health facilities, training coordinators, etc.) on developing, implementing and evaluating mental health services at the different levels of care, in line with human rights and community and evidence-based approaches. The program includes a series of advanced courses for students, mental health leaders and professionals willing to develop knowledge and public health skills in mental health service organization and leadership, with a special emphasis on Lebanon. It is delivered by a group of international and local experts.