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Course details
Mental Health First Aid CertificationOverview
The Mental Health First Aid Certification program equips participants with essential knowledge and skills to provide initial assistance to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. Covering a range of disorders, legislative aspects, and workplace considerations, this course fosters a compassionate and informed approach to mental health crisis situations.
Learning Outcomes
- Gain an in-depth understanding of various mental health disorders.
- Master the principles and practices of Mental Health First Aid.
- Identify and respond to childhood and adolescent psychiatric disorders.
- Recognize symptoms and provide support for stress, anxiety, and mood disorders.
- Understand self-harm, suicide, and effective intervention strategies.
- Explore the role of medication and therapy in mental illness treatment.
- Navigate social attitudes toward mental health and combat stigma.
- Comprehend mental health legislation and available services.
- Address mental health challenges in the workplace.
- Learn effective approaches to individuals in mental health crisis situations.
This Mental Health First Aid Certification course is designed for individuals seeking to become certified Mental Health First Aiders, including healthcare professionals, educators, human resource professionals, and anyone interested in promoting mental well-being within their community.
Why Choose Us?
- Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials.
- Tutorial videos/materials from the industry-leading experts.
- Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform.
- Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result.
- The UK & internationally recognized accredited qualification.
- Access to course content on a mobile, tablet, or desktop from anywhere, anytime.
- The benefit of career advancement opportunities.
- 24/7 student support via email.
Career Path
Graduates of the Mental Health First Aid Certification program can pursue roles such as Mental Health First Aid Responder, Crisis Intervention Specialist, Mental Health Advocate, or Support Worker in mental health organizations. This certification enhances employability in diverse fields that prioritize mental health awareness.
Course Curriculum
Mental Health First Aid Certification
- Module 1: Introduction to Mental Health
- Module 2: Overview of Mental Health First Aid
- Module 3: Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders
- Module 4: Stress and Anxiety Disorders
- Module 5: Schizophrenia
- Module 6: Personality Disorders
- Module 7: Mood Disorders
- Module 8: Eating & Sleeping Disorders
- Module 9: Self-Harm and Suicide
- Module 10: Medication and Therapy in the Treatment of Mental Illness
- Module 11: Social Attitudes to Mental Illness
- Module 12: Mental Health Legislation and Services
- Module 13: Mental Health in the Workplace
- Module 14: Approach and React To People in Mental Health Crisis
Eligibility / Requirements
This Mental Health First Aid Certification course is open to individuals with an interest in mental health awareness; no specific prerequisites are required. It is suitable for professionals and community members committed to fostering a supportive environment for mental health.
Job roles this course is suitable for:
Crisis Intervention Specialist , Mental Health Advocate , Support Worker , Mental Health Awareness Educator , Mental Health Liaison Officer , Community Health Worker , Wellness Coordinator , Mental Health Program Assistant , Peer Support Specialist , PsychologyAbout Alpha Academy
Alpha Academy is an online learning platform that provides one of the best e-learning experience that you can think of. With a large variety of training courses to choose from, you are bound to find something to suit you. Whether it be to improve your current expertise or develop new skills, we can facilitate your goal. On top of our provision of professionally accredited courses, we also provide a free CV review for you within 24 hours of submission.
Why Choose Us:
- On top of our provision of professionally accredited courses, we also provide a free CV review for you within 24 hours of submission.
- This is perfect for you if you want to add the experience to your CV/Resumé or hang it on your wall.
Assessment and Certification
At the end of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately so that you will instantly know whether you have been successful. After you have successfully passed the final exam, you will be able to order an Accredited Certificate of Achievement at an additional cost of £19 for a PDF copy and £29 for an original print copy sent to you by post or for both £39.
