Child Mental Health Training

Description

Mental health conditions can affect individuals of any age, gender, or background. Increasing numbers of children and young people are being diagnosed with mental health difficulties. Anyone who works with or supports children is therefore likely to encounter a child experiencing challenges.

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of child mental health. It covers common emotional, behavioural, and hyperkinetic disorders, and explains how to recognise signs of difficulty, provide appropriate support, and promote positive wellbeing. By the end of the training, you will feel confident in your ability to identify concerns and respond effectively.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand common mental health conditions affecting children and young people, and their potential impact.
• Recognise the signs and symptoms of mental health difficulties in children.
• Identify risk factors that may increase the likelihood of a child developing a mental health problem.
• Understand the influence of external factors, such as social media, and promote positive mental wellbeing in your setting.
• Develop the skills to approach sensitive conversations appropriately.
• Take appropriate action when a child is considered at risk.
• Understand organisational interventions that support child mental health, including the benefits of play therapy.