Overview

Do you have a genuine interest in mental healthcare? Are you looking for a career in a fast-growing area of the health industry that focusses on the practical elements of recognising and treating individuals suffering from mental illness? Then this course could be perfect for you!

This short course will help you to develop the knowledge and skills required to enter the healthcare sector in a mental health support role. You will learn about mental health legislation, services, and public attitudes towards sufferers of mental illness, as well as how developments in this area have shaped current practice.

You will benefit from our industry-experienced team of teaching staff, coming from a diverse range of professional backgrounds from within the healthcare sector. Gain the knowledge, skills and experiences that employers are looking for and prepare yourself for an exciting career in the mental health sector.

Entry requirements.

There are no specific requirements for this course.

Course Contents.

Understand the wider context of mental health and wellbeing.

Learn strategies for promoting positive mental health and wellbeing.

Examine common mental health problems, their associated issues, and potential consequences.

Develop an understanding of mental ill health and its impact.

Gain insight into working within the mental health sector.