This course enhances mental health understanding, identification, and the provision of appropriate support for people experiencing mental health issues. This course covers the mental health elements of Care Certificate Standard 9.
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Describe what constitutes 'mental health'.
- Discuss attitudes towards mental health issues
- Identify those at greater risk of developing mental health issues.
- Describe the identifying features of a range of mental health issues
- Provide better support for people experiencing poor mental in social care settings.
This course enhances mental health understanding, identification, and the provision of appropriate support for people experiencing mental health issues. This course covers the mental health elements of Care Certificate Standard 9.
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- Describe what constitutes ‘mental health’.
- Discuss attitudes towards mental health issues
- Identify those at greater risk of developing mental health issues.
- Describe the identifying features of a range of mental health issues
- Provide better support for people experiencing poor mental in social care settings.
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Hugh Asher
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Overview
This online training course has been designed specifically for Care and Support Workers working in a social care setting. It may also be useful to a wider audience of people who would like to know more about Mental Health Awareness.
Interactive Video Lessons
Subjects covered include:
- Attitudes Towards Mental Health Issues
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Self-Harm, Psychosis and Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviours
- Supporting People Experiencing Poor Mental Health
England: Care Certificate Standard 9
Wales: All Wales Induction Framework for Health and Social Care (AWIFHSC) Sections 3.13 & 3.14
Scotland: The Health and Social Care Standards
Northern Ireland: NISCC’s Induction Standards
Hugh Asher, BSc (Hons), MSc (Merit), PhD (Applied Social Science)
As a course consultant, Hugh brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his role. His extensive background in working with individuals with diverse needs, combined with his passion for utilising nature as a therapeutic tool, allows him to provide valuable insights and guidance to learners.
Participants in the courses “Caring for People with Autism”, “Supporting People with Learning Disabilities”, “Mental Health Awareness” and “Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities” can expect to gain valuable skills and understanding in providing effective care and support.
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