Community Support Worker Training

The Community Support Worker Training program is designed for individuals passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through mental health support, community engagement, and social care services. This comprehensive and globally relevant training equips learners with the knowledge, practical skills, and professional ethics required to work effectively in diverse health and community environments.

Through in-depth modules, learners will gain expertise in mental health awareness, social inclusion, communication skills, safeguarding vulnerable populations, ethical practice, and youth work development. This course fosters a deep understanding of social work principles, equality promotion, diversity awareness, and legal responsibilities, enabling learners to provide compassionate, person-centered support.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate understanding of community support principles and professional care ethics.
2. Apply effective communication strategies in diverse social care environments.
3. Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion within health and social care settings.
4. Identify and support vulnerable individuals while maintaining safeguarding standards.
5. Understand legal, professional, and ethical responsibilities in social work practice.
6. Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to promote holistic wellbeing.

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Overview of Mental Health Support Worker

Understanding the core duties, skills, and responsibilities in mental health support.

Module 2: Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs)

Exploring multidisciplinary teamwork and inter-agency collaboration for mental wellbeing.

Module 3: The Participation of the Service User

Empowering service users through active participation and decision-making processes.

Module 4: Communication and its Relevance

Developing effective communication, empathy, and interpersonal relationship-building skills.

Module 5: Introduction to Health and Social Care

Learning the foundation of health and social care structures and systems.

Module 6: Rights and Responsibilities as a Health and Social Care Worker

Understanding professional ethics, duties, and legal responsibilities in care settings.

Module 7: Working in Health and Social Care; Promoting Equality, Diversity and Rights

Exploring inclusive practices and cultural competence within diverse communities.

Module 8: Who Are the Youth Workers?

Identifying roles, functions, and social significance of youth work professionals.

Module 9: Youth Worker Role and Methods

Mastering youth engagement strategies and community involvement methodologies.

Module 10: Youth Work as a Career (Social Work)

Exploring career opportunities, pathways, and challenges in social work fields.

Module 11: Social Influences

Understanding societal factors shaping individual behavior and community wellbeing.

Module 12: Safeguarding Vulnerable Individuals

Learning principles of protection, prevention, and intervention for at-risk individuals.

Module 13: Social Work and Criminal Justice

Examining relationships between social work, rehabilitation, and the justice system.

Module 14: Important Principles and Policies in Health and Social Care Work

Understanding frameworks and standards guiding ethical health care delivery.

Module 15: Understanding Legal, Professional Standards of Practice and Ethical Aspects of Health Care – Part 1

Exploring regulations, accountability, and moral responsibilities in care practices.

Module 16: Understanding Legal, Professional Standards of Practice and Ethical Aspects of Health Care – Part 2

Advancing knowledge of professional codes, legislation, and ethical dilemmas in practice.

Disclaimer:

This is an online course with pre-recorded lessons. You will get access to the course within 48 hours after your enrolment.