20 Mental Health Law courses in Smethwick

This course is for all those working in healthcare. Participants will gain a greater understanding of Clinical Negligence within UK law. The purpose of the session is to raise awareness of the legal framework that applies to healthcare

The course is aimed at everyone working in health and social care that makes decisions for people who may lack capacity and who require a knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and, specifically, the issue of deprivation of liberty safeguards (DOLS).

Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAiders®) are vital to helping boost employee wellbeing as we adjust to a completely changed workplace environment.

THIS IS A ONE-DAY TRAINING EVENT TO HELP YOU: * Develop your awareness of mental health issues in the workplace * Enable you to act in a timely and constructive way to manage mental health issues that arise in the workplace * Enable you to promote and maintain good mental health in your working environment IT COVERS: * Mental health statistical overview; most prevalent mental health problems, contributing factors, effects on productivity and the costs of mental ill-health * Signs and symptoms of prevalent mental health conditions; 3 key indicators for all mental health problems * Stigma; what it is and how it affects people * Mental health legal and statistical overview: facts & figures, most prevalent mental health problems, aspects of the law, policy and procedural issues and guidelines for best practice * Pro-active and constructive principles and strategies to manage mental health issues, to support colleagues who may be vulnerable to mental ill-health, and promote mental wellbeing This workshop will give you: * Awareness of the key indications of mental ill-health * Recognition of the prevalence and effects of stigma * Knowledge of the wider picture; legal context * Greater understanding and confidence to act constructively to support individuals who are vulnerable to mental ill-health * The ability to take steps to actively promote mental-well-being in the workplace

Mental Health "First Aid" Training

LPS was introduced in the Mental Capacity (Amendment) Act 2019 and is designed to simplify the process of authorising the care and treatment of a person who lacks capacity to consent to it, where it constitutes a deprivation of liberty. The LPS system introduces new structures, roles, and responsibilities for organisations so it is essential that staff and managers understand the implementation of LPS.

Learn the skills, gain confidence on how to provide essential first aid for adult mental health in a full-day interactive classroom setting. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mental Health First Aid Course - Adult - Full Day - Face to Face Join us for a comprehensive Mental Health First Aid Course designed for adults. This full-day, in-person event will equip you with the knowledge and skills to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges. Why train and become a Mental Health First Aider? * The UK is at risk of becoming a ‘burnt-out nation', mental health charity warns and calls for action. This means that early intervention and support by the UK Government is needed to intervene and better support the workforce. * A major challenge being high levels of work absence due to poor mental health still remains problematic. * A recent survey revealed in the past year, more than a third of adults faced extreme pressure in the workplace. Futhermore, complicated by the fact that the nation is within the transition period of recovery from the pandemic, long term covid, high churn in redundancies, lack of job security, financial econmic crisis impacting on cost of living for all. * YouGov poll of 2,060 adults- 1,132 whom are workers - 35% stated they had experienced high/extreme levels of pressure at work, this meant 20% requiring time off due to poor mental health caused by work related stress/stressors in the past year. * Although public attitudes, understanding and views towards mental health and work have changed in response to the pandemic, hence still alot more to be done. Together we can do more and make an impactful difference, both towards our own mental health and the Public Mental Health and Wellbeing of others. Source:https://www.msn.com/en-gb/health/other/uk-at-risk-of-becoming-a-burnt-out-nation-mental-health-charity-warns/ar-BB1h2e4u? Date: Tue Apr 23 2024 Time: 09:00:17:00(British Summer Time) Location: Moseley Exchange, 149-153 Alcester Road, Moseley, Birmingham B13 8JP During this course, you'll learn how to identify common mental health issues, offer initial help, and guide individuals toward professional support. Our experienced trainers will cover a range of topics, including anxiety, depression, substance misuse, self-harm, drug and alcohol, and the First Aid for Mental Health Action Plan. A range of subjects are covered including: * What is First Aid for Mental Health? * Identifying mental health conditions * Providing advice and starting a conversation * Drugs and alcohol * First Aid for Mental Health conditions * First Aid for Mental Health in the workplace By attending this course, you'll gain the confidence and skills to provide immediate assistance to someone in need. Whether you're a concerned friend, family member, or part of a community organization, this training will empower you to make a positive impact on mental health. Join us at Moseley Exchange for an engaging and interactive day of learning. Together, let's break the stigma surrounding mental health and create a supportive environment for everyone. You will leave with your Mental Health First Aider Tool-kit including a certificate and digital badge/manual to add to your Personal/Professional Development Portfolio/CPD will be issued on completion of this course. Refreshments will be provided. Paid parking is available (attendees are responsible for paying parking fees)

Learn how to provide essential first aid for youth mental health in this full-day, interactive classroom course. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- First Aid for Youth Mental Health Course Full Day - Face to Face Join us on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 9:00 AM - 17:00 PM in Moseley, Birmingham, UK for an insightful and interactive full-day classroom course on First Aid for Youth Mental Health. This event is designed to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to support young people facing mental health challenges. Led by experienced professionals/trainers in a relaxed and friendly environment, this course will cover various topics including identifying common mental health issues, understanding self-harm and suicide risks, and providing appropriate support and guidance. Through engaging discussions, practical exercises, and real-life case studies, you'll gain valuable insights into the complexities of youth mental health. Why become a Youth Mental Health First Aider/ Young People's Champion for Mental Health? Since the pandemic, young people are experiencing evenmore distress and stress from a much earlier age and much sooner in life, than previous generations before them. Facts and figures provdied by much needed survey's by mind and many other charities and organisations make the case, click on the link below for much needed support and this means supportive conversations about mental health in the community, at home and within schools/colleges/universities. Young peope as young adults are ever so experiencing life changes and many still dealing with bottled up emotions and feelings of their rapid transition / trauma and change in life style, change in schooling, change in living and learning environments bought about by the pandemic. Social anxiety and social isolation is on the increase amongst young people and reducing social confidence and eroding communication, with young people becoming overly digitalised, that in the future may lead to a dis-benefit in a future work setting/engaging , collaborating with a wider audience. Futhermore, many young people feeling the pain/despair of loosing aloved one, one or more grandparent/close blood relation at a earlier age in life as a result of the pandemic and feeling that void and gap in their personal lives at a very young age of not having a grandparent/adult family members in their lives to bounce and flourish of/enjoy that inter-generational learning/ empowerment/inspirational experience that lays the foudnations of healthy growth/parenting by parents and care givers during their childhood. Many may have never had the opportunity to be able to talk about their experiences and express their loss during the pendemic. Link : Facts and figures about young people and mental health - Mind [https://www.mind.org.uk/about-us/our-strategy/doing-more-for-young-people/facts-and-figures-about-young-people-and-mental-health/] Who should attend? This qualification is suitable for anyone who actively connects with children such as parents, carers, teachers, youth group leaders and young adults. Learners will gain the knowledge and skills to identify a potential mental health condition, start a conversation and provide support and guidance to professional help. A range of subjects are covered including: * What is first aid for youth mental health? * Identifying mental health conditions * Stress * Mental health conditions * Drugs and alcohol * First aid action plan for mental health With limited spots available, it's essential to secure your place early. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of youth mental health and make a positive impact in the lives of young people. Register now to reserve your spot! You will leave with your Mental Health First Aider Toolkit including a certificate and digital badge/manual to add to your Personal/Professional Development Portfolio/CPD will be issued on completion of this course. Refreshments will be provided. Paid parking is available (attendees are responsible for paying parking fees)

This course enables providers and their staff to develop an understanding of the responsibilities and duties around the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA). This essential training is for workers involved in the care, treatment and support of adults who may lack capacity in making life decisions. This training offers vital support for social care providers, so they comply with the Mental Capacity Act and Care Quality Commission requirements and promote human rights.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFAider) is an internationally recognised training course that teaches people how to spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill health and provide help on a first aid basis. We don't teach people to be therapists, but we do teach people how to respond in a crisis, and how to reach out before a crisis happens. The training gives people tools to support themselves and each other, so everyone can talk about mental health and seek help when needed. As an MHFAider you will be able to: * Recognise those that may be experiencing poor mental health and provide them with first-level support and early intervention * Encourage a person to identify and access sources of professional help and other support * Practise active listening and empathy * Have a conversation with improved mental health literacy around language and stigma * Discuss the role in depth, including boundaries and confidentiality * Practise self-care This course is ideal for those who would like to become an MHFAider to: * Gain the knowledge and skills to spot signs of people experiencing poor mental health * Be confident starting a conversation and signpost a person to appropriate support * Alongside the best evidence-based Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training, MHFAiders are also provided with three-year access to ongoing learning and support through the MHFAider Support App 1 INTRODUCTION TO MHFAIDER (3 HOURS 30 MINS) * MHFA and the MHFAider role * Introduction to the MHFAider Action Plan 'ALGEE' * What is Mental Health? * Helpful and unhelpful language * Undersign our Frame of Reference, understanding how we make sense of the world * Understanding stress & the Stress Container 2 UNDERSTANDING MENTAL HEALTH (4 HOURS) * What influences mental health? * The Mental Health Continuum * What is anxiety? * What is a traumatic event? * Active listening and empathy * What are eating disorders? * What is self-harm? * What is substance misuse? * MHFA conversation practice 3 MHFAIDER IN PRACTICE (4 HOURS) * Applying ALGEE * What is depression? * What is suicide? * What is psychosis? * MHFA conversation practice 4 NEXT STEPS (3 HOURS) * Recovery and lived experience * Applying ALGEE * Boundaries in the MHFAider role * MHFA conversation practice * Moving forward in the MHFAider role and your MHFA action plan * Self-care