Mental Health First Aid & Wellbeing Fundamentals Online Course

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Gain essential skills in mental health first aid and wellbeing, covering assessment, treatment, crisis support, and patient care.

Overview

Understanding mental health is crucial in today’s fast-paced world. This course provides a structured introduction to mental health first aid, covering key aspects such as assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic approaches. You will explore methods to support individuals facing mental health challenges, including crisis intervention and medication management. With a focus on both patients and their families, the course ensures a well-rounded knowledge of essential mental health support strategies.

Whether you are looking to enhance your knowledge or considering a career in mental health services, this course offers valuable insights into the fundamentals of mental health nursing. It provides essential theoretical knowledge required to assess conditions, recommend interventions, and understand treatment plans. Delivered entirely online, it allows you to study at your own pace while gaining skills that contribute to improved mental wellbeing in various settings.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand key principles of mental health first aid.
• Recognise common mental health conditions and symptoms.
• Learn diagnostic methods used in mental health nursing.
• Explore therapy and treatment approaches for different conditions.
• Understand crisis intervention and medication management strategies.
• Develop skills to support patients and their families effectively.

Who is This Course For?

• Anyone interested in mental health and wellbeing.
• Individuals seeking knowledge in mental health support.
• Care professionals looking to enhance their understanding.
• HR professionals supporting workplace mental wellbeing.
• Teachers and educators addressing student mental health.
• Community workers offering emotional support.
• Family members assisting loved ones with mental health needs.
• Those considering a future in mental health services.

Career Path

• Mental Health Support Worker – £22,000–£30,000 per year
• Mental Health Nurse – £28,000–£40,000 per year
• Counsellor – £25,000–£45,000 per year
• Healthcare Assistant (Mental Health) – £20,000–£28,000 per year
• Social Worker (Mental Health) – £30,000–£45,000 per year
• Wellbeing Coordinator – £24,000–£35,000 per year