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Mental Health First Aid
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Summary

Price
£15 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand 
Course format
14 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts)
Duration
3.4 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
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  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

It's time to put a stop to the stigma surrounding mental health and help those in need, and that's exactly what this Mental Health First Aid course is all about. We don't just want to educate you on the signs and symptoms of mental illness. We want to empower you to provide the necessary support to those who need it.

Whether you're a healthcare professional, teacher, employer, or simply someone who wants to make a positive impact in their community, Mental Health First Aid is the course for you. With our comprehensiveMental Health First Aid coursecurriculum, you'll learn how to identify warning signs of mental illness, provide initial support, and guide individuals to professional help when necessary. Together, we can create a world where mental health is a priority and where everyone has access to the support they need.

By enrolling in Mental Health First Aid, you're not just investing in yourself - you're investing in a better future for all of us. Together, we can break down the barriers that prevent individuals from seeking help and create a society that prioritises mental well-being. Join us on this journey, and together we can make a difference. Enrol right now!

By completing the Mental Health First Aid course, learners will be able to:

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of mental health and recognise the importance of addressing mental health issues in society.
  • Define Mental Health First Aid and understand the benefits of providing support to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis.
  • Identify and recognise psychiatric disorders in children and adolescents and understand the impact on their daily lives.
  • Identify, understand and manage anxiety and stress disorders through effective communication and providing support.
  • Understand schizophrenia, its symptoms, and treatment options.
  • Recognise various disorders of the mind, such as personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
  • Gain knowledge about the disorder of mood, including depression and bipolar disorder, and how to provide initial support to affected individuals.
  • Identify, understand, and manage disorders such as eating and sleeping, suicide, and self-harm and understand their impact on daily life.
  • Learn how to approach and respond to individuals in a mental health crisis, understand laws and services related to mental health, and how to improve mental health in the workplace.

Mental Health First Aid Course Features:

  • Interactive Lessons
  • Career-Oriented Curriculum
  • Easy-to-Follow Pattern
  • Learn from The Best!

Certificates

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Curriculum

This course contains

Format: 14 Videos (with subtitles and transcripts)

Duration: 3h and 27m

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Description

The following is a breakdown of this Mental Health First Aid course's curriculum:

  • Module 01: Mental Health Overview
  • Module 02: What is Mental Health First Aid?
  • Module 03: Psychiatric Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence
  • Module 04: Disorders: Anxiety and stress
  • Module 05: Schizophrenia
  • Module 06: Disorders of the Mind
  • Module 07: Disorder of Mood
  • Module 08: Disorders: Eating & Sleeping
  • Module 09: Suicide and Self-Harm
  • Module 10: Mental Illness Treatment: Medication and Therapy
  • Module 11: Mental Illness and Social Attitudes
  • Module 12: Laws and Services Relating to Mental Health
  • Module 13: Workplace Mental Health
  • Module 14: Approach and Respond To Individuals in Mental Health Crisis

The Process of Getting Your Certificate

You will be entitled to a free digital certificate from Reed once you have finished the Mental Health First Aid course.

Who is this course for?

The Mental Health First Aid course is ideal for:

  • Healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, therapists, and counsellors.
  • Teachers and other education professionals who interact with children and adolescents.
  • Employers and human resource professionals who want to create a more supportive workplace.
  • Law enforcement and first responders who are likely to encounter individuals experiencing a mental health crisis.
  • Anyone who wants to learn how to identify and support individuals experiencing a mental health issue and those who want to create a more compassionate and understanding society.

Requirements

No formal entry requirements exist for the Mental Health First Aid course, which is open to everyone.

Career path

Completing the Mental Health First Aid course can be beneficial for a variety of careers, including:

  • Healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, therapists, and counsellors
  • Social workers, case managers, and community health workers
  • School personnel, such as teachers, counsellors, and administrators
  • Human resource professional
  • Law enforcement officers and other first responders



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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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