These courses are approved by Gatehouse Awards, IIRSM and CPD and teach people how to notice and support people who may be experiencing mental health issues.
Online Mental Health & Wellbeing Courses
Our Gatehouse Awards, IIRSM and CPD approved Mental Health courses aim to provide an understanding of different mental health conditions and the effects they have on individuals.
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Online Mental Health Package
£185.00 More InformationThis package is suitable for those wishing to get into a role, or those who are already working within Mental Health and Wellbeing. It is also suitable for those who are already working in any industry but who would like to progress by gaining formal qualifications in Mental Health and Wellbeing.
The package includes the following online courses endorsed by Gatehouse Awards, IIRSM and CPD :
- Mental Health Awareness
- Supervising Mental Health at Work
- Mental Health First Aid
- Developing a Mental Health Policy
- Depression Awareness
- Stress Management
A total of 11 CPD units will be gained on completion of this package.
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ADHD Awareness
£35.00 More InformationCPD Approved
ADHD is a chronic condition that creates a range of persistent symptoms such as difficulty sustaining attention, hyperactivity and impulsive behaviour.
The course covers the definitions of ADHD, the different types of ADHD and how to recognise some key signs and symptoms.
Beyond this the course will look at some of the possible causes of ADHD, how it is diagnosed and how it can be treated, including environmental changes, types of therapy and medication that can
be prescribed.The course concludes with some advice for people living with or caring for those with ADHD and provides some practical advice for supporting children, teenagers and adults with the condition.
This course will prove useful to anyone who works with or has regular contact with children or adults with ADHD.
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Children and Young People’s Mental Health
£35.00 More InformationThis course will provide candidates with an awareness of the signs and symptoms of a wide range of conditions and better prepare them to listen to and support young people. It is aimed at teachers and youth workers who may work with children who exhibit signs of mental health issues.
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.
The course looks at 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. Candidates will learn about symptoms and causes – and the actions to take if you suspect someone has a mental health condition.
The course covers the role of mental healthcare professionals, such as a psychologists, psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses or clinical social workers – and shows how parents can become involved.
Treatments covered include psychotherapy, mindfulness, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and medication.
The course looks at prognosis and prevention – and show how to promote positive mental health and dispel common myths and candidates will learn practical techniques to help talk to children or young people about their mental health.
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Depression Awareness
£35.00 More InformationApproved by CPD
Over 350 million people in the world are affected by depression.
This online course will raise awareness of depression and how it can be recognised, diagnosed, classified and treated. It starts by looking at diagnoses before moving on to define the various types of depression, you’ll also learn about other disorders. It then looks at the causes of depression and the everyday factors which can make it more difficult to manage effectively.
You’ll learn about depression symptoms in adults, teenagers and children and how to get help. There’ll be information to help you understand how to recognise and psychotic depression and how it can be treated.
The course also looks at the physical and social effects of depression, including on those living with a person who is depressed.
Depression management techniques and treatments will be covered, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, Relaxation techniques and Mood management.
Finally, we’ll feature the roles played by diet, exercise and managing work-life balance and lifestyle.
This course is aimed at people in the health and social care sector that would like to increase their awareness of Depression to improve the care they give. It is also written in a way that is accessible to people outside of health and social care and does not assume any prior knowledge of the condition.
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Developing a Workplace Mental Health Policy
£35.00 More InformationCPD and IIRSM Approved
This course is aimed at employers and employees responsible for developing and following a workplace mental health policy.
When people have good mental health, they are more likely to fulfil their potential. That means they enjoy work and cope easily with work situations. They have a happy family life and good social relationships.
Organisations are required by law to promote and protect the mental well-being of their workforce. A comprehensive Mental Health Policy, along with easy-to-understand operating procedures, will incorporate mental health issues into established organisational thinking. It will make sure everyone knows how the organisation views and deals with workplace mental health.
This course covers the steps that organisations should consider when developing and implementing a comprehensive workplace Mental Health Policy.
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Mental Health Awareness
£25.00 More InformationCPD Approved
People often equate the words mental health with mental illness and there are many definitions of what mental health actually is. Mental health issues can happen to anyone despite social background, intelligence, gender or other factors.
This course explains the difference between mental health and mental illness. It covers the symptoms of a number of the most common mental illnesses so you will know what to look out for or what to expect if you are working with someone with one of these conditions. As well as providing some practical advice on how you can work effectively with those affected by these conditions.
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Mental Health First Aid
£35.00 More InformationGatehouse Awards and CPD Approved
Around 25 per cent of the UK population will experience a mental health problem at some point in their lives.
Mental Health First Aid teaches participants how to notice and support individuals who may be experiencing mental health issues or exhibiting the signs of substance use in a work environment. They are also taught how to connect those people with appropriate help from fellow employees, community resources or healthcare professionals.
This course is aimed at people in the workplace that would like to become a Mental Health First Aider or for Supervisors or Managers that are interested in starting a Mental Health First Aid programme in their workplace.
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Supervising Mental Health at Work
£35.00 More InformationCPD Approved
This course will look at supervising stress and mental health at work and show you how to create a good mental health culture in your workplace.
The course will examine the negative effects of poor mental health on individuals and also considers the many benefits of mental health interventions by employers. You’ll learn the six main areas that can lead to work-related stress and discover how to recognise when individuals and teams are under stress.
Companies are legally bound to assess health risks from stress at work, and you will learn how to assess those risks, and how to recruit, and train Mental Health First Aiders. You’ll learn how to create a good mental health culture within your workplace and how to conduct a Mental Health Audit and produce a Mental Health Policy and Action Plan. Finally, you’ll learn a number of proven ways to promote a good mental health culture within your workplace.
This course is aimed at supervisors and line managers who are interested in getting a basic awareness of mental health at work and want to use this knowledge to create a positive mental health culture in their workplace.
