Course Objective:
Mental health has been increasingly recognised as important as physical health in causing disabilities affecting all age groups. This has a serious impact not just on the individual suffering but on the whole family, friends and society.
The course is designed to deliver in-depth knowledge of how to identify potential sufferers with mental heath problems, at lay person level. They could be a family member, a friend, a fellow church member or a work / school /university colleague. As well, you will be taught the right steps to support them.
The course covers all age groups from toddlers to elderly. It will include a wide range of topics presented by a group of psychiatrists and psychologists
Learning Outcomes:
1) Understanding the importance of early recognition of psychological problems in
humans in different age groups
2) Differentiating between behavioural and psychological anomalies
3) Clear understanding of the optimum way of dealing with such psych related issues in order to avoid their worsening and/or potential future harm to the individual concerned.
Course Structure:
Characteristics of children from 4-8
Characteristics of children 9-18
Character building 1
Character building 2
Problems of children 4-8 years old
Problems of preadolescent & adolescent period
Mood disorders ( Depression / Bipolar disorder )
Anxiety disorders ( GAD / OCD /PTSD /Impulse control / Somatoform+Hypochondriasis/ Stress/Dissociative Disorders) (Perinatal) pregnancy and labour mental health
Personality Disorders, self harm / aggressive personalities,
Morbid jealousy Eating Disorders.
Addiction( drugs/ Alcohol / Gambling and other addictive
disorders Schizophrenia and psychotic disorders Ageing and Dementia Sleep Disorder (including sleep hygiene)
Assessment:
– Two term exams to evaluate overall comprehension and proficiency.
Prerequisites:
GCSE degree, high school diploma or equivalent.
Delivery Method:
The course will be delivered entirely online through a learning management system. All lectures are self based. Participants will have access to recorded lecture videos, reading materials, Telegram group and discussion forum on the course website.
Duration: October 2023-June 2024
Certificate:
Upon successful completion of the course and passing the final exam, participants will receive the TEACH Certificate in Mental Health Awareness. The certificate will only be received upon completion and passing of the two term exams.
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