Why should I study mental health awareness at work?

Around 1 in 4 people in the UK experience poor mental health each year – that’s a quarter of the population. Therefore, it’s important that everyone has a basic understanding of what mental health is, the signs and symptoms of poor mental health and how they can help themselves or others.

This mental health awareness at work course is specifically designed for anyone looking to increase their knowledge around mental health in the workplace. This course covers the signs of poor mental health generally, as well as in the workplace. It also looks at the relevant legislation, common mental health conditions, how to support your colleagues in the workplace as well as how to support your own mental health.

This mental health course covers several common types of mental health conditions including Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Panic Disorder, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Eating disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia and Psychosis.

To complete the course, it takes around 3 hours and you must pass the final multiple-choice test. After this you will have instant access to your certificate.

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What's involved?

Unit 1 – Introduction to Mental Health

In this unit we look at what ‘poor’ mental health is, the wider effects of poor mental health and the key legislation for mental health at work. We also look at what depression, anxiety and stress are as well as being able to recognise their symptoms in the workplace.

Unit 2 – Other Types of Mental Ill Health

In this unit we look at common types of mental ill health as well as their signs and symptoms. This includes looking at Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Panic Disorder, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Eating disorders, Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia.

Unit 3 – Supporting Your Colleagues

This unit looks at how we can support others within the workplace. This includes looking at the skills required to talk about mental health, signposting and what to do if they don’t want to talk about how they’re doing.

Unit 4 – The Importance of Self-Care

In the final unit we focus on the way in which you can look after your own mental health. The unit contains activities and tasks for you to try.

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How does it work?

Instant access to your course

During the purchase process you will create your own account. Once you have bought your courses you will have instant access to their content from your unique user portal. You will also be sent a copy of the invoice via email for your records (this can also be found in your user portal).

How to complete your course

Each course is broken down into manageable units which contain videos, diagrams, written content, and a range of interactive activities such as quizzes to reinforce your learning.

Assessment

Once you have completed all the content of a course, you will have the option to take the final test, which will check your knowledge from all the units. To complete the course, and gain your certificate, you must achieve at least 80% in the final multiple-choice quiz.

Getting your certificate

Once you have successfully completed your course and passed the final test you will have instant access to a downloadable PDF certificate. This will also be accessible from your user portal section any time you log in. Your certificate will have a unique ID which can be checked with us if needed.

FAQs

How long does the course take to complete?

This course takes 3 hours to complete, and you can do this without any restrictions. This means you can complete the course at your own pace. And don’t worry, you can pause and come back to where you left off whenever you like. This means you can fit the course around your other commitments easily.

Will I get a certificate when I finish?

Yes, as soon as you finish this course you can immediately download a PDF version of your personalised certificate. This certificate has a unique ID, so that it can be verified with us if needed.

How long does the certificate last?

We generally recommend taking each course at least once every 2 years. Although, some employers and industries may require you to complete training more frequently, as such please check with your employer if you are unsure.

What are the benefits of completing this course online?

Completing the course online allows you to study in your own time and at your own pace. You can complete the units at a time to suit you and revisit the content as much as you need. This will give you a more engaging learning experience and allow you to interact and learn the content easier.

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