Level 3 Diploma in Mental Health Nursing
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Course 1 :Mental Health Nursing Level 3
Lecture 01: Introduction to Mental Health Nursing
- Understanding Mental Health
- Definition and Scope
- Mental Health vs Mental Illness
- Factors Influencing Mental Health
- Common Misconceptions
- Mental Health Illness Basics
- Types of Mental Health Illnesses
- Early Warning Signs
- Impact on Life & Relationships
- Roles in Mental Health
- Mental Health Nurse vs Psychiatric Nurse vs Psychologist
- Role of Community of Mental Health Teams (CMHTs)
- Importance of Support Workers
- Multi-disciplinary Teams
- Service User Engagement
- Mental Health Assessment
- Initial Assessment Techniques
- Identifying Patient Needs
- Using Screening Tools
- Ethical Considerations
Lecture 02: Fundamentals of Mental Health
- Mental Health Overview
- Historical Perspectives
- Global Statistics
- Mental Health in Society
- Addressing Stigma
- Mental Health Legislation
- Key Policies & Acts
- Patient Rights
- Impact on Practice
- Navigating Legal Challenges
- Psychopharmacology
- Introduction to Psychopharmacology
- Antidepressants
- Antipsychotics
- Mood Stabilizers
- Diet & Mental Health
- Nutrition & Brain Function
- Foods Impacting Mood
- Hydration Importance
- Dietary Interventions
- Stress Management Techniques
- Recognising Stress Symptoms
- Stress-Relief Activities
- Relaxation Strategies
- Building Resilience
- Panic Attacks & Disorders
- What are Panic Attacks?
- Causes & Triggers
- Coping Mechanisms
- Long-term Management
Lecture 03: Therapeutic Interventions in Mental Health Nursing
- Treatment Approaches
- Medication vs Therapy
- Evidence-Based Practices
- Individualised Care Plans
- Rehabilitation Methods
- Anxiety Coping Strategies
- Recognising Anxiety Patterns
- Short-Term Relief Techniques
- Building Support Systems
- Therapeutic Methods
- Holistic Approaches
- Mindfulness and Meditation
- Nutrition and Mental Health
- Exercise and Mental Wellbeing
- Alternative Therapies
- Early Signs & Diagnosis
- Spotting Early Symptoms
- Diagnostic Tools & Methods
- Communicating Diagnoses
- Next Steps in Treatment
- Child & Adolescent Disorders
- Common Disorders
- Risk Factors in Youth
- Effective Interventions
- Family Involvement
- Technological Advances
- Telehealth in Mental Health
- AI Tools in Diagnostics
- Wearables & Monitoring
- Digital Record-Keeping
Lecture 4 : Mental Health Promotion and Prevention
- Mental Health Education
- Educating Patients & Families
- School-Based Initiatives
- Workplace Mental Health
- Societal Impact
- Building Support Networks
- Peer Support Groups
- Professional Counselling
- Community Resources
- Long-Term Strategies
- Psychotherapy Techniques
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Humanistic Theory
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Group Therapy Dynamics
- Person-Centred Approaches
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Crisis Management
- Handling Emergencies
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)
- Emergency Response Plans
- Support Post-Crisis
Lecture 5: Special Populations and Issues in Mental Health Nursing
- Schizophrenia Management
- Understanding Schizophrenia
- Effective Interventions
- Medication Strategies
- Relapse Prevention
- Different Types of Disorders
- Stress and Anxiety Disorder
- Personality Disorder
- Mood Disorder
- Eating and Sleeping Disorders
- Self-Harm & Suicide
- Recognising Risks
- Crisis Intervention
- Post-Incident Care
- Preventative Frameworks
- Cultural Considerations
- Cultural Perceptions of Mental Health
- Adapting Care Models
- Addressing Language Barriers
- Inclusive Practices
Lecture 6: Professional Development and Ethics
- Ethical Considerations
- Confidentiality in Care
- Balancing Rights & Risks
- Ethical Dilemmas
- Role of Advocacy
- Professional Boundaries
- Defining Boundaries
- Recognising Boundary Crossings
- Maintaining Professionalism
- Roles of Psychiatric Nurses
- Core Responsibilities
- Advanced Practice Areas
- Career Pathways
- Leadership in Mental Health
- Continued Professional Development
- Importance of CPD
- Relevant Certifications
- Attending Workshops
- Reflective Practice
Course 2 : Mental Health First Aid and Welbeing
Course 3 : Nursing Assistant Training
Course 4 : Dementia Awareness
Course 5 : Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Course 6 : Child Mental Health
After completing this course, visit for more resources to level up your career. Here are some of the courses we offer:
- Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Youth Mental Health, Psychology and Psychological Specialist Wellbeing
- Nursing Assistant : Adult Nursing Training
This course prepares you with the skills and knowledge required to enter this field. After completing the course,you canconsider attending the following programs to get more professional certification:
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Youth Counsellor or Mental Health Practitioner
- Psychological Wellbeing Specialist
- Adult Nursing Assistant
- Dementia Care Specialist
Who is this course for?
This course is for :
- Aspiring mental health nurses.
- Healthcare assistants.
- Mental health workers.
- Youth counsellors.
- Social workers.
- Psychology students.
- Caregivers.
- Managers.
- Beginners in mental health care.
- Aspiring nurses.
- Healthcare workers.
- Support workers.
- Youth mentors.
- Childcare providers.
- Social carers.
- Psychology learners.
- Family caregivers.
- Workplace leaders
Requirements
There is no prerequisite for this. Don’t worry—we will teach you everything step by step.
Career path
Completing this Training Course can open doors to various positions within the UK's mental health care sector.
- Mental Health Support Worker: £21,112 per year.
- Mental Health Assistant: £25,350 per year.
- Healthcare Assistant: £22,754 per year.
- Mental Health Worker: £26,957 per year.
- Support Worker: £22,485 per year.
- Care Assistant: £23,614 per year.
- Peer Support Worker: £23,614 per year.
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