Mental Health Awareness (Half Day)
Program Overview
This half-day Mental Health Awareness course from City, University of London provides an overview of mental health and illness for healthcare professionals. It covers key topics such as recognizing and managing mental distress, communicating effectively with those in distress, and understanding risks and dangers of mental illness. Participants receive a certificate of attendance upon completion.
Program Outline
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Outline:
This course provides an overview of mental health and illness for anyone working in healthcare.
Key Topics Covered:
- Understanding mental health, mental illness, and mental disorder
- Recognizing and managing mental distress: verbal and non-verbal cues
- Communicating effectively with those in distress
- Exploring and addressing attitudes, prejudices, and fears associated with mental illness
- Understanding risks and dangers of mental illness
- Resources for helping those with mental illness/disorders
- Discussing particular issues relevant to participants' workplaces
Format:
- Half-day session
Assessment:
- Participants receive a certificate of attendance upon course completion.
Teaching:
- Participative training course involving discussion, individual reflection, practical exercises, and skills practice.
- Comprehensive handouts provided in paper and electronic format. This information is not readily available in the provided text.
Other:
- The course is worth 3.5 hours of CPD.
Additional notes:
- This course is provided by the School of Health & Psychological Sciences at City, University of London.
- It is suitable for qualified healthcare professionals, support staff, and healthcare assistants in NHS Trusts, GP surgeries, private hospitals, and care homes.
Disclaimer:
The information provided here is based on the given context and may not be fully comprehensive. For detailed and up-to-date information, please visit the official website of the course provider or contact them directly.
