May Baker

I am an experienced senior lecturer in mental health and have been in higher education for 20 years. I began my career as a mental health nurse 34 years ago, and have worked in and managed many facets of mental health care delivery. Whilst a strong mental health advocate and supporter of mental wellbeing, my main interest is addictions to include dual diagnosis and motivational interviewing. I strive to involve and encourage student ideas and experiences whilst actively encouraging them to participate in research which enhances their journey and supports their learning and progress.
I have developed and delivered many programmes and modules within higher education institutions in the UK and overseas. I currently lead the MA Mental Health within the School of Nursing and Allied Health and Deputy programme lead for the MSc Nursing pre-registration.
I have worked on projects with Erasmus and universities within the EU, focusing on the use of mobile phone technology assisting treatment adherence in addictions. I have authored several book chapters covering the subjects of alcohol misuse, drug addiction and CBT in practice.

Degrees

2003, Liverpool John Moores University, United Kingdom, MSc Addictions

Certifications

1994, Central Mersey College Rainhill Hospital, United Kingdom, Registered Mental Nurse

Academic appointments

Deputy Programme Lead MSc Nursing pre-registration, Liverpool John Moores University, 2021 - present
Programme Lead MA Mental Health, Nursing & Allied Health, Liverpool John Moores University, 2019 - present

Postgraduate training

Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education, United Kingdom, Liverpool John Moores University, 2004 - 2007