Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Promote the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents by making them aware of psychological disorders, and prevent them from self-harming.

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Overview

Child and Adolescent Counselling is designed to help learners develop a strong understanding of children’s emotional, psychological and behavioural development, alongside effective counselling techniques for young people. The course explores key counselling theories, child development stages and common mental health challenges that affect children and adolescents.

Throughout the course, learners will study topics including cognitive, social and emotional development, counselling approaches, communication skills, ethical practice and strategies for supporting children and adolescents facing a range of emotional and psychological difficulties. This knowledge can help build confidence when working with young people in educational, healthcare and community settings.

Whether you are beginning your learning journey or looking to expand your professional knowledge, this course from Thames College provides valuable insight into child and adolescent counselling while supporting your continuing professional development.

Key Benefits Included

► Accredited by CPD
► Instant Access
► 24/7 Learning Assistance
► Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
► Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
► Developed by qualified professionals in the field

Sneak Peek

Learning Outcomes

► Understand the role and responsibilities of professional counsellors.
► Explain the major stages of child and adolescent development.
► Identify factors that influence healthy child development.
► Understand cognitive, emotional and social development in young people.
► Explore personality and intellectual development in children.
► Apply key counselling theories and models appropriately.
► Apply key counselling theories and models appropriately.

Who is This Course For?

► Beginners interested in child and adolescent counselling
► Students studying counselling, psychology or education
► Teachers and school support staff
► Healthcare and care professionals
► Youth workers and community support workers
► Individuals wishing to develop counselling knowledge

Certification

CPD Certification

After successfully completing the assessment of this Child and Adolescent Counselling course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this course is fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

CPD Accredited

All of our courses meet recognised CPD Quality Standards, supporting high-quality learning and ongoing professional development.

QLS Endorsed

The Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) is a recognised accreditation framework that endorses high-quality, non-regulated training courses across a wide range of industries.

Association of Healthcare Trainers

The Association of Healthcare Trainers (AoHT) supports excellence in healthcare education by helping training providers deliver up-to-date, industry-focused learning and maintain strong professional standards..

UKRLP Registered

UKRLP registration demonstrates commitment to recognised training and education standards, helping organisations build trust, improve credibility, and showcase their presence within the UK learning and skills sector.

Career Opportunities

► Child Support Worker — Average UK Salary: £22,000–£31,000 per year
► Youth Support Worker — Average UK Salary: £23,000–£34,000 per year
► Teaching Assistant (Pastoral Support) — Average UK Salary: £21,000–£30,000 per year
► Family Support Worker — Average UK Salary: £25,000–£38,000 per year
► Counselling Assistant — Average UK Salary: £23,000–£36,000 per year

Course Curriculum

The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:

Module 01: Counselling and Counsellors

Module 02: Understanding Child Development

Module 03: Factors That Influence Development

Module 04: Cognitive Development

Module 05: Social and Emotional Development

Module 06: Personality and Intellectual Development in Children

Module 07: Theories and Models of Counselling (Part 1)

Module 08: Theories and Models of Counselling (Part 2)

Module 09: Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders

Module 10: Counselling Children and Adolescents in Schools

Module 11: Legal, Cultural and Ethical Issues in Professional Counselling

Module 12: Counselling Stress and Anxiety Disorders

Module 13: Counselling Trauma and Substance Abuse

Module 14: Counselling Mood Disorders and Depression

Accordion Content

Module 15: Counselling Eating & Sleeping Disorders

Accordion Content

Module 16: Counselling Self-Harm and Suicide

Accordion Content

Module 17: Communication Skills and Empathy in Counselling

Accordion Content

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4.8 Average - 14 Reviews

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The course was very informative and easy to follow. I gained a much better understanding of child development and counselling approaches, which has been useful in my current role.

I found the lessons well organised and engaging. The modules on adolescent mental health and communication skills were especially valuable and have improved my confidence.

Course Curriculum

Child and Adolescent Mental Health
	Module 01: Introduction to Mental Health	00:22:00
	Module 02: Child Psychology	00:28:00
	Module 03: Attachment and Relationship Building in Childhood	00:50:00
	Module 04: Impacts of Separation and Loss on Attachment	00:28:00
	Module 05: Factors that Influence Development	00:36:00
	Module 06: Mental Health Problems in Young and Adults	00:14:00
	Module 07: Other Mental Health Problems in Young and Adults	00:17:00
	Module 08: Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia in Young and Adults	00:26:00
	Module 09: Dealing With Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia in Young and Adults	00:32:00
	Module 10: The Self Harming Behaviour	00:17:00
	Module 11: Mental Health Treatment and Medicine	00:19:00
	Module 12: Mental Health over Life Span and Society in the UK	00:18:00
	Module 13: Mental Health Related Legislations in the UK	00:35:00
Mock Exam
	Mock Exam – Youth Mental Health	00:20:00
Fina Exam
	Final Exam – Youth Mental Health	00:20:00
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Certificate of Achievement

Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:

Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99

This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.

1. What is Child and Adolescent Counselling? +

Child and Adolescent Counselling focuses on understanding the emotional, behavioural and psychological needs of children and young people. This course introduces counselling theories, child development and practical approaches that support positive wellbeing. It is suitable for learners who want to build knowledge in this important area.

2. Is this Child and Adolescent Counselling course suitable for beginners? +

Yes. The course is suitable for beginners as well as individuals wishing to expand their existing knowledge. It starts with the fundamentals of counselling before progressing to child development, counselling models and common mental health conditions affecting children and adolescents.

3. What will I learn in this counselling children and adolescents course? +

You will learn about child development, counselling theories, communication skills, legal and ethical practice, stress, anxiety, trauma, depression and various childhood and adolescent psychiatric disorders. The course also explores counselling within school settings.

4. Who should study Child and Adolescent Counselling? +

The course is suitable for students, teachers, youth workers, healthcare professionals, support workers and anyone interested in counselling children and adolescents. It is also valuable for individuals looking to develop professional knowledge within healthcare and education.

5. Will I receive a certificate after completing the course? +

Yes. After successfully completing the course, you can obtain a CPD-accredited Certificate of Achievement recognised globally. Both PDF and hardcopy certificate options with transcripts are available for purchase.