Mental Health Support Worker

Overview

Designed for online learning, this course introduces the principles of mental health, key disorders, and the vital role of support workers. You’ll gain insight into various conditions including mood, eating, and personality disorders, as well as treatment approaches like medication and therapy. The course also covers legal frameworks, community-based support, and service user involvement. Whether you’re seeking a new direction or aiming to improve your knowledge, this course provides a strong foundation in mental health support within the UK context.

Description

The Mental Health Support Worker course offers a structured understanding of mental health and the responsibilities within support roles. Starting with an overview of mental health and the core principles of care, the course outlines the crucial role support workers play in the mental health system.

You will gain in-depth knowledge of various disorders, including childhood and adolescent psychiatric conditions, stress-related illnesses, schizophrenia, and eating or sleeping disorders. The course explains how these conditions affect individuals and highlights the importance of timely support, empathy, and appropriate intervention. You’ll also review key topics such as suicide prevention, self-harm response, and the therapeutic use of medication.

Further, the course includes an overview of UK mental health legislation, services, and the functioning of Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs). It emphasises person-centred care and the value of including service users in decision-making. This online training is ideal for learners looking to build theoretical knowledge and prepare for entry-level or support roles within mental health services.

Learning Outcomes

Understand the scope and responsibilities of mental health support workers
Identify common psychiatric disorders across different age groups
Recognise signs of stress, anxiety, and self-harming behaviours
Learn about UK mental health laws, services, and treatment methods
Gain awareness of the service user’s role in their care journey

Requirements

Career Path

Certification

Once the Mental Health Support Worker is successfully completed, the learner can obtain the PDF certificate without any cost. The hardcopy version of the certificate is also available for only £4.99. However, anyone ordering the hardcopy certificate from outside the United Kingdom may need to pay an additional delivery charge.

Course Curriculum

Mental Health Support Worker
	Introduction to Mental Health	00:19:00
	Overview of Mental Health Support Worker	00:14:00
	Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders	00:24:00
	Stress and Anxiety Disorders	00:31:00
	Schizophrenia	00:25:00
	Personality Disorders	00:41:00
	Mood Disorders	00:21:00
	Eating & Sleeping Disorders	00:43:00
	Self-Harm and Suicide	00:19:00
	Medication and Therapy in the Treatment of Mental Illness	00:31:00
	Mental Health Legislation and Services	00:27:00
	Community Mental Health Teams (CMHTs)	00:17:00
	The Participation of The Service User	00:19:00

Frequently Asked Questions

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