Professional Online Training
Children and Young People's Mental Health
Practical training on mental illness in children and young people, covering recognition, causes, treatment and support, for teachers and youth workers who need to spot and respond to warning signs
From £35 + VAT
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Course Details
- Duration: 1 hr 30 mins
- Delivery: Online and self-paced
Who This Course Is For
This training is designed for those working directly with children and young people who may show signs of mental health issues.
- Teachers who need to recognise mental health signs in pupils
- Youth workers supporting young people day to day
- School and education staff wanting a grounding in child mental health conditions
Course Content
The course is delivered across eight modules covering recognition, treatment and support for children and young people's mental health.
- Introduction — Defines mental illness and mental health problems and their impact on children and young people.
- Mental illnesses in children and young adults: Part 1 — Introduces types of mental illness found in children and young people, including ADHD, depression and self-harm.
- Mental illnesses in children and young adults: Part 2 — Continues coverage of mental illnesses including eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia and binge eating.
- Mental illnesses in children and young adults: Part 3 — Covers further conditions including schizophrenia, autism, learning difficulties, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, sleep apnoea and social phobia.
- Signs of mental illness in children and young people — Explores how to recognise signs and symptoms of mental illness in this age group.
- Diagnosis and treatments — Looks at the role of mental healthcare professionals and treatments including psychotherapy, mindfulness, play therapy, CBT and medication.
- Prognoses and outcomes — Covers prognosis and prevention, and how to promote positive mental health while dispelling common myths.
- Support — Provides practical techniques for talking to children or young people about their mental health.
Course Information
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Buy for Yourself or Your Team
Choose one seat for yourself or add places for colleagues. Each learner receives their own course access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which conditions does this course cover
The course covers ADHD, depression, self-harm, eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia and binge eating, schizophrenia, autism, learning difficulties, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, sleep apnoea and social phobia.
Does the course explain how to talk to a young person about their mental health
Yes, the final module covers practical techniques for talking to children or young people about their mental health.
