Mental Health Awareness Training
Build understanding of common mental health conditions, learn to recognise early warning signs, and develop skills to support colleagues and service users effectively.
Course at a Glance
Duration
4 hours
Level
Level 2
Certification
CPD Certified
Modules
7 modules
Course Overview
This mental health awareness training course provides a comprehensive introduction to mental health in the workplace and beyond. You will explore common mental health conditions, learn to recognise the early warning signs that someone may be struggling, and develop the confidence to have supportive conversations. The course covers the mental health continuum, stigma and discrimination, self-care strategies, and where to signpost for professional support. Ideal for all professionals, particularly those in education, healthcare, and social care.
Who Should Take This Course
- Teachers and education professionals
- Healthcare and social care staff
- Line managers and team leaders
- HR professionals
- Pastoral and welfare staff
- Anyone wanting to improve their mental health awareness
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the mental health continuum and the factors that influence mental health
- Recognise the signs and symptoms of common mental health conditions
- Develop confidence in having supportive conversations about mental health
- Understand the impact of stigma and discrimination
- Know how to signpost to professional support services
- Develop strategies for maintaining your own mental wellbeing
- Understand the relationship between mental health and safeguarding
Course Modules
7 modules covering all essential knowledge areas
Understanding Mental Health
What mental health means, the mental health continuum, prevalence of mental health conditions in the UK, and common myths and misconceptions.
Common Mental Health Conditions
Depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, eating disorders, personality disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) — signs, symptoms, and impact.
Stigma and Discrimination
Understanding the impact of stigma on people with mental health conditions, challenging stereotypes, and the importance of language in reducing stigma.
Supportive Conversations
How to have a supportive conversation about mental health, using active listening skills, what to say and what not to say, and managing boundaries.
Signposting and Support
Knowing where to signpost people for professional help, understanding the role of GPs, IAPT services, crisis services, and voluntary sector organisations like Mind and Samaritans.
Mental Health and Safeguarding
The relationship between mental health and safeguarding children and adults, recognising when mental health concerns become safeguarding concerns, and the role of the DSL.
Self-Care and Wellbeing
Practical strategies for maintaining your own mental wellbeing, recognising burnout, the importance of supervision and peer support, and creating a mentally healthy workplace.
Assessment
Multiple-choice assessment with a pass mark of 80%. Includes scenario-based questions. Unlimited retakes available.
Certification
On successful completion, you will receive a CPD-certified digital certificate. This certificate can be used as evidence for professional registration, inspection, and continuing professional development.
Renewal Guidance
Mental health awareness training should be refreshed every 2-3 years. Given the evolving understanding of mental health, we recommend staying up to date with current research and guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
This course provides comprehensive mental health awareness training covering similar topics to mental health first aid. However, it is not a regulated Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England course. It is ideal as a foundation or as an alternative for organisations that need mental health awareness rather than formal MHFA accreditation.
Absolutely. The course is widely used by education professionals to support students' mental health. Module 6 specifically addresses the intersection of mental health and safeguarding in schools.
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Join 8,940+ learners who have completed this course. Enrol today and receive your CPD-certified certificate upon completion.
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