Mental Health Awareness

Who is this course aimed at?

This course is aimed at people requiring a Level 2 in Mental Health Awareness covering causes and types of mental illness, personality disorders, psychosis and wellbeing

Course Aims

To gain an understanding of the types of Mental Illnesses that may affect Residents and how best to support them

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course you will:

Be aware of the history of mental health treatment in the UK
Recognise the stigma surrounding mental health
Understand how mental health impacts the care sector
Recognise the key legislation underpinning the treatment of mental illness
Be aware of the causes of mental health conditions
Be aware of the different ways mental illness can manifest
Know symptoms of some mental health illnesses
Be aware of the different types of personality disorders
Recognise the symptoms of psychosis and schizophrenia
Know how psychosis and schizophrenia are treated
Understand the difference between learning difficulties and learning disabilities
Recognise the impact of stress on wellbeing and mental health
Know ways to look after your mental health
Know the Roles and Responsibilities of staff in care homes
Know of different resources and organisations available to support those with mental health issues

Course available as

E-Learning
Course Length: 80 Mins

Face to Face
Course Length: 6 Hours, 6 Hours

Contact Us

For more information, or to book any of our courses, please contact us on 01706 375578