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Mental Health First Aid & Wellbeing Course

Mental Health First Aid & Wellbeing Course

By Training Express

  • 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
  • Completion Certificate
  • 24/7 Technical Support

Highlights

  • On-Demand course

  • 1 hour

  • All levels

Description

[Updated 2024]

According to statistics, every 1 in 6 people or 45.8 million (approximately) adults, in the UK experience symptoms of common mental health problems such as anxiety and depression in any given week. Mental health is just as important as physical health. Our Mental Health First Aid & Wellbeing course is a powerful tool that equips individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to support those experiencing mental health challenges.

This Mental Health First Aid course is designed to teach you how to recognise the signs and symptoms of common mental health issues. From anxiety and depression to substance abuse and more, you will learn how to provide initial support and guidance to those in need.

Through interactive and engaging Mental Health First Aid lessons, you will learn how to identify potential risk factors and warning signs and cope with someone who may be struggling. You will also gain the confidence to effectively support someone in crisis or connect them with appropriate professional help.

Be the change you want to see and empower yourself to make a difference in the lives of others.

Key Features of Mental Health First Aid Course

  • CPD Certification Service (CPD UK) Certified

  • Instant FREE e-certificate

  • Fully online, interactive mental health first aid & wellbeing course

  • Developed by qualified Mental Health First Aid professionals

  • Self-paced learning

  • Laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly

  • 24/7 Learning Assistance

  • Discounts on bulk purchases

Learning Outcomes of Mental Health First Aid Course

  • Gain a thorough understanding of mental health first aid.

  • Understand medication and therapy in the treatment of mental illness

  • Understand the proper social attitudes toward mental illness.

  • Increase their knowledge of Mood Disorder

  • Improve their understanding of various common psychological disorders

  • Recognise the significance of mental health firat aid in the workplace.

  • Learn how to provide proper immediate treatment and medication to people suffering from mental illnesses.

Mental Health First Aid Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Mental Health First Aid

  • What is Mental Health?

  • Characteristics of Good Mental Health

  • What is Mental Illness?

  • Self-Awareness

  • Definition of Mental Wellbeing

  • Indication of Good Mental Wellbeing

  • How to Improve Mental Wellbeing

Module 2: Overview of Mental Health First Aid

  • What is Mental Health First Aid?

  • Mental Health First Aider in the Workplace

  • Is having Mental Health First Aiders a legal requirement?

  • Benefits of Training Employees

Module 3: Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Autistic Disorder

  • Conduct Disorder

  • Mental Retardation

Module 4: Stress and Anxiety Disorders

  • Anxiety

  • Acute Stress Disorder

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

  • Panic Disorder

  • Phobia

  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Module 5: Schizophrenia

  • What is Schizophrenia Disorder?

  • Hallucinations

  • Delusion

  • Paranoid Schizophrenia Disorder

  • Disorganized Schizophrenia Disorder

  • Catatonic Schizophrenia Disorder

  • Psychosis

Module 6: Personality Disorders

  • Personality and Personality Disorders

  • Antisocial Personality Disorder

  • Avoidant Personality Disorder

  • Borderline Personality Disorder

  • Dependent Personality Disorder

  • Histrionic Personality Disorder

  • Narcissistic Personality Disorder

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

  • Paranoid Personality Disorder

Module 7: Mood Disorders

  • Mood

  • Mood Disorder

  • Depression

  • Bipolar Disorder

  • Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Module 8: Eating & Sleeping Disorders

  • Eating Disorder

  • Anorexia Nervosa Disorder

  • Bulimia Nervosa Disorder

  • Sleep

  • Breathing-Related Sleep Disorder

  • Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorder

  • Narcolepsy Disorder

  • Primary Hypersomnia Disorder

  • Primary Insomnia Disorder

  • Sleep Paralysis

Module 9: Self-Harm, Suicide and Mental Health First Aid

  • What is Self-Harm?

  • The Self-Harm Cycle

  • Why Do People Self-Harm?

  • Support Services and Treatments

  • Self Care

  • Suicide

  • Risk Factors

  • Suicide Prevention

Module 10: Medication and Therapy in the Treatment of Mental Illness

  • Psychiatric Medication

  • Talking Therapy And Counselling

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Behavioural Activation

  • Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)

  • Eye Movement Desensitisation And Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

  • Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

Module 11: Social Attitudes to Mental Illness

  • Stigma

  • Types & Consequences of Stigma

  • Cultural Influences on Mental Illness

  • Public Knowledge and Attitudes

  • Dealing with Stigma

Module 12: Mental Health First Aid Legislation and Services

  • Mental Health Act

  • Advice for Carers and Families

  • Who Decides that Someone should be Detained?

  • What does the term 'Being Sectioned' mean?

Module 13: Mental Health First Aid in the Workplace

  • Work-Related Stress

  • What can Give Rise to Stress at Work?

  • The Early Warning Signs

  • Creating a Healthy Workplace

Module 14: Approach and React To People in Mental Health Crisis

  • Definition of Mental Crisis

  • Recognising Mental Crisis

  • Mental Crisis Intervention Process

  • Eight Tips For Talking About Mental Health First Aid

Accreditation

This Mental Health First Aid course is CPD Certification Service (CPD UK) Accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

Certification

Once you've successfully completed your Mental Health First Aid course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your FREE printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for:

  • Clinical Psychologists

  • Mental Health Nursing

  • Child Psychologist

  • Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners

  • Clinical Social Workers

  • EDI Child Psychology Specialist

Note: This course is not regulated and doesn't provide professional qualifications. To get a professional qualification you can choose any of the following:

  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace

  • Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People

  • Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People (RQF)

  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health

  • TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health (RQF)

  • RQF Mental Health Awareness

  • NVQ Level 3 Mental Health

  • FAA Level 1 in Awareness for Mental Health (RQF)

  • Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness (RQF)

  • Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health (RQF)

Requirements

Learners do not require any prior qualifications to enrol on this course.

Career path

People generally pursue careers in the following fields.

  • Ambulance Care Assistant

  • Recovery Worker

  • Recovery Outreach Worker

  • Group Facilitator

  • Mental Health Nurse

In the United Kingdom, the average salary of these professions ranges from £20,000 to £30,000 per annum.

Certificates

Hardcopy Certificates

Hard copy certificate - Included

You will get the hard copy certificates for Free! The delivery charge of the hard copy certificate inside the UK is £3.99 each.

PDF Certificates

Digital certificate - Included

About The Provider

Training Express

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