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Mental Health Support Worker
Thames College

Level 5 QLS Endorsed Course | Voiceover & Visual Elements Included | Instant Access

Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
360 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
150 CPD hours / points
CPD What's this?
Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Certificates
  • PDF Certificate - £2.99
  • Hardcopy CPD Certificate - £8.99
  • QLS Certificate - £139
Assessment details
  • Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

Mental health issues are one of the leading health concerns in the UK today. With 1 in 4 adults experiencing a mental health condition each year and 1 in 6 reporting a common mental health problem such as anxiety or depression in any given week, the demand for skilled mental health support workers has never been higher.

This course has been developed to provide a detailed and structured approach to mental health care, aiming to build solid foundational knowledge for those who wish to work in support roles within mental health services. Learners will gain insight into a wide range of mental health conditions and the professional approaches used to support individuals in various care settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community support organisations.

The Mental Health Support Worker course will explore the behaviours, symptoms, and needs of individuals affected by mental health conditions, including stress-related issues, eating and sleeping disorders, schizophrenia, and personality disorders.

With a strong focus on person-centred support, the course also covers topics like self-harm, suicide prevention, medication and therapy, mental health legislation, and how to work collaboratively with community teams.

As the UK places more emphasis on community-based mental health services, this course will equip learners with the confidence and competence to support individuals in a sensitive, respectful, and informed manner. Whether you are entering this sector for the first time or seeking to strengthen your skills, this course can act as a gateway to a meaningful and rewarding career.

Achievement

Certificates

PDF Certificate

Digital certificate - £2.99

You can get a CPD Accredited PDF Certificate for only 2.99 GBP.

Hardcopy CPD Certificate

Hard copy certificate - £8.99

You can also get a Printed Hardcopy CPD Certificate for only 8.99 GBP.

QLS Certificate

Hard copy certificate - £139

Upon successful completion of this course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —

  • 139 GBP within UK
  • 149 GBP for International Delivery (Postal Fees Included)

Assessment details

Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate

Included in course price

CPD

150 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

Course Curriculum of Mental Health Support Worker

  • Introduction
  • Overview of Mental Health Support Worker
  • Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders
  • Stress and Anxiety Disorders
  • Schizophrenia
  • Personality Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Eating & Sleeping Disorders
  • Self-Harm and Suicide
  • Medication and Therapy in the Treatment of Mental Illness
  • Mental Health Legislation and Services
  • Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs)
  • The Participation of The Service User

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

Who is this course for?

Those who want to strengthen their professional skills while training for the desired job should take advantage of the training!

Requirements

This course is accessible to anyone with an eagerness to learn. All you require is —

  • A smart device with a stable internet connection
  • A keen interest in the topic
  • And being over the age of 16.

Career path

  • Mental Health Support Worker – £21,000 to £28,000
  • Healthcare Assistant (Mental Health) – £20,000 to £25,000
  • Support Worker (Children & Adolescents) – £22,000 to £29,000
  • Community Support Worker – £23,000 to £30,000
  • Behavioural Support Worker – £24,000 to £32,000
  • Care Coordinator – £26,000 to £35,000

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Legal information

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.

FAQs

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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