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The TQUK LEVEL 2 Certificate in Understanding Children & Young People’s Mental Health (RQF) Qualification is to enable you to gain a recognised (RQF) qualification to support those with mental health difficulties. As a staffing member working with children and young people, you are responsible for the safeguarding of each person and as such having an understanding in supporting children and young people with difficulties in mental health.

As with physical health, we all have mental health. Mental health is a term used to describe our emotional and psychological wellbeing. Our mental health can impact how we behave and how we handle stressful situations.

Free Level 5 QLS Endorsed Certificate | CPD Accredited | 150 CPD Points | Advanced Learning Materials | Lifetime Access

Level 5 QLS Endorsed Course with FREE Certificate | CPD Accredited | 150 CPD Points | Lifetime Access

Free Level 5 QLS Endorsed Certificate | CPD Accredited | 150 CPD Points | Advanced Learning Materials | Lifetime Access

It starts by defining mental illness and mental health problems and their impact on children and young people. There's extensive coverage of the many types of mental illnesses found in this group, and how they can be recognised and treated. We'll look at attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, depression and self-harm - along with eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia and binge eating. Other mental illnesses covered include schizophrenia, autism, learning difficulties, post-traumatic stress disorder, along with bipolar disorder, panic disorder, sleep apnoea and social phobia. You'll learn about symptoms and causes - and the actions to take if you suspect someone has a mental health condition. We'll discuss the role of mental healthcare professionals, such as a psychologists, psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses or clinical social workers - and show how parents can become involved. Treatments covered include psychotherapy, mindfulness, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and medication. We'll deal with prognosis and prevention – and show how to promote positive mental health and dispel common myths. Finally, you'll learn practical techniques to help you talk to children or young people about their mental health.