Mental Health

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You will cover:

• Understand how common mental health problems are in the UK
• Understand the different mental health problems
• Understand the principle of parity of esteem in relation to mental health
• Know where to find additional information and support for people who have mental health problems
• Understand how health and social care staff can improve their interaction with people who have mental health problems

Learning outcome:

• Understand how common mental health problems are in the UK
• Understand the different mental health problems
• Understand the principle of parity of esteem in relation to mental health
• Know where to find additional information and support for people who have mental health problems
• Understand how health and social care staff can improve their interaction with people who have mental health problems
• Train others in Mental Health Awareness within a variety of healthcare working environments 

Method of Study: Practical

Student Certification: Accredited Level 1

You will cover:

• Current legislation Policy and procedures
• The assessment procedure What is meant by ‘Best Interests’
• What protection is available for decision makers
• Understand the limits of restraint issues 
• Understand the roles of various people involved

Learning outcome:

• List the functions of the Mental Capacity Act
• Describe the groups that will be affected by the legislation Explain what is meant by the functional test
• Explain the role of Lasting Power of Attorneys 
• Describe the function of the Court of Protection
• Train others in Mental Capacity Act requirements within their
• healthcare working environment 

Method of Study: Practical

Student Certification: Accredited Level 1

You will cover:

• Common mental health conditions
• Support mechanisms
• Understanding a mentally healthy workplace and culture

Learning outcome:

• Understanding common mental health conditions
• Techniques for support and understanding your colleagues
• Supporting mental health first aider
• Take practical steps to improve their mental health
• Recognise early signs of deteriorating mental health
• Describe constructive ways to open a conversation about wellbeing
• Apply listening skills in conversation
• Identify the difference between judgemental and non-judgemental behaviour
• Describe common symptoms of poor mental health

Method of Study: Practical

Student Certification: Accredited Level 1

You will cover:

• Describe what is meant by the term ‘stress’
• Explain the UK context of stress
• Recognise the organisational impact of stress
• Understand the legal implications of not managing stress
• Understand what can be done to manage stress in our lives

Learning outcome:

• Describe what is meant by the term ‘stress’
• Explain the UK context of stress
• Recognise the organisational impact of stress
• Understand the legal implications of not managing stress
• Understand what can be done to manage stress in our lives
• Train others in Stress Awareness measures required within a variety of working environments

Method of Study: Practical

Student Certification: Accredited Level 1