Mental Health Level 3
This course is for learners who will supervise the mental health first aid provision within their workplace or conduct the role of a First Aider for Mental Health, so they will have sufficient knowledge to identify when a person may have a condition, know where they can go to get help, implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace and understand the support/therapy provided by professional healthcare providers.
Description
This course is for learners who will supervise the mental health first aid provision within their workplace or conduct the role of a First Aider for Mental Health, so they will have sufficient knowledge to identify when a person may have a condition, know where they can go to get help, implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace and understand the support/therapy provided by professional healthcare providers.
At the end of this course the learner will:
- Know what mental health is, why people develop mental health conditions and the role of a First Aider for Mental Health.
- Know how to provide advice and practical support for a person presenting a mental health condition.
- Know how to recognise and manage stress.
- Understand the impact of substance abuse on mental health
- Understand the first aid action plan for mental health and be able to put it in place.
- Know how to implement a positive mental health culture in the workplace.
- Understand a range of mental health disorders and the support/ therapy provided by professional healthcare providers.
Qualification gained:
Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid for Mental Health (RQF)
Location(s)
Workington, Carlisle, Furness
Accredited
Yes