Learning Outcome
- Understand the huge importance of Mental Health Support Work
- Know the range of UK laws and regulations that protects those with disorders
- Become aware of disorders that arise in childhood and adolescence
- Gain the ability to treat stress and anxiety disorders
- Learn how to deal with major personality disorders
- Fully understand the issues behind self-harm and suicide attempts
- Obtain an awareness of CMHTs and the services they provide
- Acquire the ability to communicate and engage with distressed patients
Description
Assist and protect vulnerable individuals, along with people that have had their lives irreversibly changed by Mental Health issues. Fortunately, today’s society realises the importance of Mental Health, and you can help make a major contribution by training to become a Mental Health Support Worker. By studying with us, you’ll gain the appropriate skills and knowledge to identify and treat significant neurological disorders and illnesses, which can severely disrupt lives and personal ambitions. Each of our online modules has been compiled by professionals and will actively train you in this role.
Please note: This course only gives you the theoretical knowledge that you need to excel in this field. This Mental Health Support Worker doesn’t entitle you to practise as a professional in this specific field.
In passing the final assessment, you will gain considerable advantages in being able to treat such conditions as schizophrenia, anxiety, depression, and psychosis. You’ll also be taught the extent of the UK’s laws and legislations referring to Mental Health, and a useful overview of Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs). Engage successfully with children and adults that desperately need assistance and enrol in this vital course today.
Why People Love And Enrol In The Mental Health Support Worker From Thames College:
- Instantly accessible CPD-accredited certificate on successful completion of this Mental Health Support Worker
- 24/7 access to the course for 12 months
- Study at your own pace
- No hidden fees or exam charges
- Full Tutor support on weekdays (Monday – Friday)
- Efficient assessment and instant results
Method of Assessment
To assess your learning, you have to participate in an automated multiple-choice question exam. You have to score at least 60% to pass the exam and to qualify for CPD accredited certificates. After passing the exam, you will be able to apply for a certificate.
To enhance your knowledge regarding the course and to further assess your learning, you are advised to complete the assignment questions provided at the end of the course, which you can complete anytime you wish.
After submitting the assignment, our expert tutor will assess your assignment and will give you feedback on your performance.
Certification
After completing the MCQ assessment, you will qualify for the CPD Certificate from Thames College, as proof of your continued development. Certification is available in PDF format, for £9, or a hard copy can be sent to you via post, for just £15.
Who is This course for?
This course has been carefully designed to coach individuals in the practice of Mental Health Support and the issues that it can involve when disorders are treated. It is primarily aimed at those who work in the UK Health Care system.
Requirements
There are no specific prerequisites to enrol in this Mental Health Support Worker. Anyone and everyone can take this course.
The Mental Health Support Worker is fully accessible from any internet-enabled smart device. So, you can study from the comfort of your home!
All you need is a passion for learning, literacy, and to be over the age of 16.
Course Curriculum
| Mental Health Support Worker | |||
| Introduction to Mental Health | 00:19:00 | ||
| Overview of Mental Health Support Worker | 00:14:00 | ||
| Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders | 00:24:00 | ||
| Stress and Anxiety Disorders | 00:31:00 | ||
| Schizophrenia | 00:25:00 | ||
| Personality Disorders | 00:41:00 | ||
| Mood Disorders | 00:21:00 | ||
| Eating & Sleeping Disorders | 00:43:00 | ||
| Self-Harm and Suicide | 00:19:00 | ||
| Medication and Therapy in the Treatment of Mental Illness | 00:31:00 | ||
| Mental Health Legislation and Services | 00:27:00 | ||
| Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs) | 00:17:00 | ||
| The Participation of The Service User | 00:19:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam – Mental Health Support Worker | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam – Mental Health Support Worker | 00:20:00 | ||
Certificate of Achievement
CPD Accredited Certification
Certification is available –
- In PDF for £2.99
- Hard copy for £8.99
- £29.99
- 1 year
- Intermediate
- Number of Units13
- Number of Quizzes2
- 6 hours, 11 minutes