Mental Health Awareness

Course Overview Course Details Course Objectives Course Schedule

Course Overview

Delivered by a registered mental health nurse, this course aims to give the learner a broad knowledge of mental health. You will understand what is meant by the term mental health and be able to describe the signs and symptoms of a range of mental health conditions. You will explore the stigma and misconceptions about mental health conditions and how these impact on a person. You will learn about the therapeutic support strategies available and consider how you can develop effective social care support strategies. You will consider the impact of support someone with a mental health condition on your own wellbeing and explore self-care strategies as well as the wider support available.

Course Details

Ideal For:

Anyone interested in learning more about mental health

Course Duration:

1/2 day (4 hours including breaks)

Delegates:

Price:

£395 + expenses + VAT (or two courses on the same day for £750)

Course Objectives

Understand mental health and what it means to be ‘mentally healthy’
Explore the stigma and misconceptions around mental health
Identify the signs and symptoms of different mental health conditions
Understand therapeutic support and how to develop social care strategies
Recognise the importance of personal wellbeing and external support

Interested in this course?

Contact our team to discuss the details of this course, and arrange a call to tailor training for your organisation

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Course Schedule

SESSION 1

Defining and understanding mental health
Misconceptions and stigmatisation
The prevalence of mental health in the UK
The voice of lived experience

SESSION 2

Common mental health conditions
Signs & symptoms
Therapeutic support and developing social care support strategies
Personal limitations, wellbeing and the support available

FAQs

Please find our most frequently asked questions here – however, if you need any more information, please call our team on 01159 704 811

Can this course be delivered virtually?

Yes. While we strongly believe that face-to-face training is most effective, this course is modular so can be delivered virtually in sections. Whether delivered in person or virtually, there is an expectation that participants will actively engage in activities, group work exercises and discussions. Please speak to us as we will strive to deliver the training in the way that best suits your organisation.

Is the training certified?

This course is CPD certified. It is delivered by a registered mental health nurse and can be adapted to the specific needs of your organisation.

Will additional training be required?

The aim of the course is to equip staff with a broad knowledge and understanding of mental health. Depending on individual needs, you may wish to consider our training in Understanding Self-Harm, Ligature Release and Emergency First Aid at Work. Our Positive Behaviour Support courses and certified Physical Interventions training may also be highly useful to develop staff confidence in supporting people with mental health conditions who display behaviours of concern.