Mental Health Awareness
A 3-hour introduction covering the definition of mental illness, the types of mental illness and overcoming barriers. This course is ideal for those
who work with people who may have mental health issues and who are keen to increase their knowledge and understanding of this complex subject.
This course is an outline and it will be tailored to the needs of your staff and organisation.
What does the course cover?
- What is mental illness?
- Brief overview of types of mental ill health
- Brief outline of signs and symptoms
- Perceptions and barriers
- Influences on mental health – positive and negative
- Identifying mental distress
- Recognising different coping mechanisms
- How to support an individual with mental health issues
- Working within Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Working within the organisation’s related policies
What are the benefits of attending the course?
The course will help participants to:
- Have an understanding of the terms mental health and mental illness.
- Be able to recognise some of the signs and symptoms of mental health problems.
- Understand how some people with mental health problems may experience the world.
- Briefly outline some common mental illnesses
- Have identified ways in which they may be able to provide appropriate support to people with mental health problems
- Work within their duty of care to the individual
Who is the course for?
This course is ideal for staff who have received little or no previous training in mental health, but who may come into contact with people with mental
health problems as part of their work.
How long does the course last?
3 hours.
How is the course assessed?
Continual assessment throughout the course by the tutor and a multiple choice assessment paper. A ‘Mental Health Awareness’ certificate is issued to
all who successfully show their competence.
How much does it cost?
Prices from just £30 per person for courses on your site. Please contact us for details. Price is dependent on numbers
How long is the certificate valid for?
3 years.
How do I book?
Our courses can be held on-site, at a time and date to suit your business. We aim to provide excellent value for money. Open courses are available for some subjects. Please click here for details