This 3 day integrated training programme is aimed at providing workers with a deeper understanding of Mental Health issues and skills for working with clients.

This course will introduce participants to contemporary, evidence based, best practice in Mental Health work and;

• Increase knowledge and skills
• Build confidence
• Deepen understanding and values
• Show evidence of continual professional development (CPD)

This programme is offered as a complete training package, participants are required to attend all sessions.

DAY ONE

Signs and symptoms of the major mental health problems, including depression, anxiety, psychosis, bi-polar and personality disorders:

• To identify and understand the nature of different mental health issues, the impact on people, their families and carers
• To develop an awareness of the treatment modalities available and how to access them, including referral pathways and the role of professionals

DAY TWO

Principles of a good needs assessment:

• How to involve clients in a collaborative and dynamic process and communication skills for recognising the Biological-Psychological-Social aspects of a holistic approach to initial and on-going assessment
• The importance of risk assessment and principles of good practise, personal safety, self-harm and suicidal ideation
•  Setting and maintaining professional boundaries, ethics and confidentiality

DAY THREE

Promoting change, client engagement and wellness plans:

• To develop confidence in communication skills with those experiencing emotional distress
• To understand client involvement and a range of goal setting skills appropriate to specific needs
• The importance of purposeful activity and social skills training
• The principles of informed consent, capacity and the Mental Health Act (1983 and 2008 Amendments)
• Clinical supervision and professional development
• Cultural Competence
• Introduction to useful websites and further reading

Dates: Wednesdays 1st,  8th and 15th October

To Book: Contact Junaid Zico