Short Online Course
Intro to Mental Health
This online mental health course empowers you to provide compassionate support to individuals, family and friends who may be struggling with mental health conditions.
Short Course Overview
Intro to Mental Health equips and empowers you to provide compassionate support to individuals, family and friends who may be struggling with mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, panic disorder, PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and eating disorders.
Factors that can negatively influence our mental and emotional state include isolation, bereavement, trauma, divorce, unemployment, poverty and many more. Positive mental health is important through all stages of life, as it influences every aspect of our lives.
Some of the benefits of taking care of our mental health include reducing our anxiety, increasing self-esteem, improving our mood and thinking more clearly.
Enrol today to develop your mental health awareness!
Why Choose Us?
Bestwest Care is a specialised, registered training facility offering a range of aged and disability care training courses. We are a nationally recognised institute, with many years of training experience and high-quality instructors.
All participants leave our courses confident in the knowledge that they are well-trained and capable of performing any of their new skills when required.
Course Delivery
The short course is online with theory completed on a computer. Learners study at their own pace, with a Certificate of Participation presented upon completion.
Topics Covered In Course
- Types and causes of mental illness
- Diagnosis and assessment
- Support and treatment
- Recovery-orientated practices
- Drug abuse signs and symptoms
- De-escalation techniques
- Understanding distress and crisis
- Suicide risk and assessment
- Risk Management
- De-briefing / reflective conversations
- Self-care practices
- R U ok?
Enrolment Requirements:
There are no prerequisites for this online mental health course.
You can enrol by phoning our friendly team on (08) 9439 1673 or email enrol@bestwestcare.net.au.
This Online Mental Health Course is a non-accredited short course.
These classes are appropriate for all industries and community groups, and courses can be conducted at individual workplaces or venues with our experienced Trainers.
Course Fees
$275 per person. Payable upon booking.
Intro to Mental Health Course FAQs
Who should take this online Mental Health course?
This course is suitable for individuals from various industries who want to enhance their understanding of mental health and learn how to support others effectively, whether in personal or professional settings.
What topics are covered in the Mental Health course?
The course covers a range of important topics, including types and causes of mental illness, diagnosis and assessment, recovery-oriented practices, drug abuse signs and symptoms, de-escalation techniques, suicide risk assessment, and self-care strategies.
Is there a certificate provided upon completion of the Intro to Mental Health course?
Yes, participants receive a Certificate of Participation upon completion of the course, which acknowledges their commitment to mental health awareness.
How long does the Intro to Mental Health course take to complete?
The Mental Health course in Perth is self-paced and delivered entirely online, allowing students to complete it at their own pace and convenience.
What is the purpose of the online Mental Health course?
The purpose of this course is to equip participants with essential knowledge and skills related to mental health awareness, enabling them to recognize mental health issues and provide appropriate support to individuals in need.