Mental Health Awareness
Mental health awareness training helps your team provide effective support for people with mental illness in their care. Delivered on-site by our experienced trainers.
About the course
Support people with mental illness effectively
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Understand the history of mental health, some valuable facts and statistics and
- Be aware of the relevant legislations around mental health disorders
- Know the different types of mental health disorders
- Understand common mental health disorders in the elderly
- Undertake person centred care planning to manage behaviours
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Introduction to Mental Health Awareness
- History of mental health
- What is mental health?
- Why people don’t talk about mental health
- Negative effects of talking about mental health
- Men and mental health
- Facts and statistics
- Politically correct terminology
Legislations
- Mental Health Act 1983
- Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
- Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Equality Act 2000
Types of Mental Health Disorders
- Psychosis
- Schizophrenia
- Bipolar disorder
- Anxiety disorders
- Personality disorders
- Depression
Care Planning
- Reporting incidents
- Documentation
- Person centred care planning
Caring for someone with Mental Health
- Diet and nutrition
- Meeting a person’s needs
- Exercise and keeping active
- Environment
Keep exploring
Related mental health courses
These subjects sit naturally alongside this course — and we can combine courses into one visit.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Where is the training delivered?
All of our training is delivered on-site at your service, anywhere in the UK — we come to you, so there are no travel costs or venue hire for your team.
How long is the Mental Health Awareness course?
It runs as a half day – 3 hours course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 15 delegates per session.
Do delegates receive a certificate?
Yes — every delegate receives a certificate on completion. Certificates are valid for 1 year, so plan refresher training before they expire.
How much does the course cost?
We price every course on application, based on your dates, location and delegate numbers. Use the contact buttons below — we reply quickly with a quote.
Can we combine courses into one visit?
Yes. Many clients build a full training day from shorter courses, and we can deliver several subjects in one visit — just tell us what your team needs.
Do you only train care providers?
No. This course suits care & nursing homes, home care & domiciliary, supported living, day services, hospices. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Mental Health Awareness training to your service
Delivered on-site at your service, nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
Part of our mental health training range. Also explore behaviour management training and neurological training.