Our Courses
As a dynamic provider we aim to meet all our clients' training needs. We have capacity to co-create bespoke training programmes, if therefore you have not seen the specific course you would like please contact us and we will work with you to provide it.
Introduction to Mental Health for Non-Mental Health Professionals
The Introduction to Mental Health course is a one-day program designed for non-mental health professionals who wish to gain a foundational understanding of mental health and well-being. This course provides a comprehensive overview of mental health topics, equipping participants with knowledge and practical tools to promote mental health awareness and offer initial support. Through presentations, group discussions, and practical exercises, participants will develop the necessary skills to engage in informed conversations and provide assistance when needed.
Upon completing this one-day course, participants will have a foundational understanding of mental health, enabling them to engage in informed discussions, reduce stigma, and provide initial support to individuals in need. This course promotes mental health awareness and contributes to a more compassionate and informed community.
Mental Wellbeing at Work
This program is designed to provide employees with an understanding of their mental health and how it affects their performance. Through guided tuition in small groups participants will discover how to spot the signs and symptoms of common mental difficulties. Participants will be guided on how to support their mental health needs and will be provided with guidance on how to provide non-judgemental support and reassurance to colleagues. The course will also involve providing employees with the tools to seek professional help.
At the end of the day participants will feel better equipped to:
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Ensure their health and safety risk assessments consider not just physical health and risks, but also mental health and risks
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Manage and mitigate the risks of harm in the workplace and having ways to support people with mental health issues
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Treat mental health in a similar way to physical health - for example, by having as many first aiders for mental health as for physical health.
Mindfulness at Work
Mindfulness at Work is a comprehensive program designed to cultivate mindfulness skills and techniques in the workplace. This course empowers participants to manage stress, enhance focus, and improve overall well-being, ultimately leading to increased productivity and job satisfaction. Through a combination of theory and practical exercises, learners will gain a solid foundation in mindfulness practices that can be seamlessly integrated into their professional lives.
At the end of this course, participants will have:
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A deep understanding of mindfulness principles and the practical skills to incorporate mindfulness into their work routines, resulting in improved well-being and performance.
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Begin to observe thoughts and emotions without judgement.
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Create a personal mindfulness plan for long-term integration.
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Explore how mindfulness can improve focus, creativity, and decision-making.
Risk Assessment and Management for Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs)
This course aims to give AMHPs and AMHP trainees increased knowledge and understanding of the key issues related to risk assessments in the context of mental health act assessments. This one day course will enable AMHPs and AMHP trainees to better understand elements of good risk assessment and management. With a focus on the legal expectation to consider risk during mental health act assessment, participants will be guided through the decision making processes and tensions often involved in promoting the rights of patients whilst ensuring public safety.
Learning outcomes:
At the end of the day participants will have:
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Reviewed general principles that underpin risk assessment in mental health services.
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Considered and developed risk assessment strategies related to managing harm to others and risk to self, including self-neglect.
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Developed a deeper understanding of the legal expectation of risk consideration during mental health act assessment.
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Explored an understanding of risk formulation during mental health act assessments taking into consideration the interaction of frequency, severity, pattern, prominence of thinking and effect.
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Gained a deeper understanding of positive risk taking in social care situations.
Race and Mental Health (Day 1)
This course aims to give mental health professionals an opportunity to explore the issues of Race, Ethnicity and Culture as it relates to mental health. Whilst rehearsing the legal expectations and their professional competencies, professionals will work as a group to re-imagine the possibilities for recovery inherent in an anti-discriminatory approach to practise.
Learning outcomes:
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Explored a deeper understanding of the relationship between race, culture and mental health
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Considered the legal/ practice expectations of professionals to redress inequality whilst working within the mental health act.
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Explored the notion of institutional racism and unconscious bias as it relates to mental health service provision.
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Explored an anti-discriminatory framework for working with service users.
Race and Mental Health (Day 2)
This course aims to give Mental Health professionals an opportunity to explore the issues of
Race, Ethnicity and Culture as it relates to mental health service provision. Whilst exploring the notion of Power and considering the changing discourse around Black Lives Matter, participants will reconsider tenants of an emancipatory type practice. Participants will work as a group to re-imagine the possibilities for Recovery inherent in an anti-discriminatory approach to practise by exploring Racism as Trauma and the implications for practice.
At the end of the day participants would have:
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Considered their role in the current context of the Black Lives Matter movement.
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Explored a deeper understanding of their use of power in their professional setting
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Explored the notion of Racism as Trauma and the implications for understanding mental Distress
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Explored an anti-discriminatory framework for working with service users.
Mental Health First Aid
The Mental Health First Aid one day course is designed to provide participants with the essential knowledge and skills required to respond effectively to mental health crises and offer initial support. This one day program is suitable for individuals who want to be better prepared to assist those experiencing mental health challenges. Through a combination of presentations, group activities, and scenarios, participants will learn how to identify, understand, and respond to common mental health issues.
Upon completing this one day course, participants will have the knowledge and practical skills to provide initial support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, promoting early intervention, reducing stigma, and enhancing the overall mental well-being of their communities.
Combating Compassion Fatigue
The Combating Compassion Fatigue course is a comprehensive program designed to equip individuals in high-stress and caregiving professions with the knowledge and skills to recognize, prevent, and effectively manage compassion fatigue. This course empowers participants to safeguard their emotional and mental well-being while maintaining their capacity for compassion and empathy in their roles. Through a combination of theory, self-assessments, practical exercises, and case studies, learners will develop strategies to mitigate the impact of compassion fatigue and foster resilience. At the end of the course participants:
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Will be equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to recognize, prevent, and manage compassion fatigue, ultimately enabling them to continue their essential roles with empathy, resilience, and a focus on their well-being
Recovery and Mental Health for Professionals
The Recovery and Mental Health for Professionals workshop is a one-day intensive program tailored for mental health professionals. This course is designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of the recovery process within the context of mental health. The workshop delves into the principles of recovery, self-empowerment, and the pivotal role of support systems in fostering mental health and well-being. Through a blend of informative presentations, group discussions, and experiential activities, participants will gain profound insights into the recovery journey and learn practical strategies to apply in their professional roles.
Upon completion of this one-day workshop, mental health professionals will possess an enhanced understanding of the recovery process in mental health and be well-prepared to apply practical tools and strategies to support clients in their recovery journeys while maintaining their own well-being.
Spirituality and Mental Health for Professionals
The Spirituality and Mental Health for Mental Health Professionals course is a one-day program specifically tailored to mental health professionals. This course delves into the intersection of spirituality and mental health, providing participants with insights, tools, and techniques to effectively address spiritual aspects in clinical practice. Through lectures, interactive discussions, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will develop a deep understanding of the role of spirituality in mental health and its application in therapeutic settings.
Upon completion of this one-day course, mental health professionals will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to effectively address spiritual aspects in clinical practice, ensuring a more holistic and client-centred approach to mental health care.
Perinatal Mental Health
The Perinatal Mental Health course is a one-day program tailored to mental health professionals seeking specialised knowledge in supporting individuals during the perinatal period. This course provides a comprehensive overview of perinatal mental health, equipping mental health professionals with the skills and understanding required to address the unique challenges faced by expectant and new parents. Through presentations, case studies, group discussions, and practical exercises, participants will gain expertise in assessing, supporting, and promoting mental well-being during this critical life stage.
Upon completing this one-day course, mental health professionals will be equipped with specialised knowledge and skills to assess, support, and promote perinatal mental health for expectant and new parents, ultimately enhancing the well-being of both parents and children during this critical life stage.
Suicide Prevention and Management
The Suicide Prevention and Management course is a one-day program designed to equip mental health professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, assess, and intervene effectively in suicide risk situations. This course addresses the critical role mental health professionals play in suicide prevention, providing them with evidence-based strategies and resources to promote safety and support individuals at risk of suicide. Through presentations, interactive discussions, case studies, and role-play exercises, participants will gain the expertise to handle suicide prevention and management in their professional practice.
Upon completing this one-day course, mental health professionals will be equipped with the knowledge and practical skills to assess, intervene, and provide support in suicide risk situations, ultimately contributing to improved suicide prevention and management within their professional practice.
Social Risks Assessment for Mental Health Professionals
The Social Risk Assessment for Mental Health Professionals course is designed to provide mental health professionals with the knowledge and skills to identify and assess social determinants and risk factors that can impact individuals' mental health. This course emphasises the critical role that social factors play in mental health and equips professionals with tools and strategies to conduct comprehensive social risk assessments. Through a blend of lectures, case studies, practical exercises, and discussions, participants will develop expertise in addressing social risk factors within their practice.
Upon completing this two-day course, mental health professionals will be well-prepared to identify, assess, and address social risk factors impacting individuals' mental health, providing more comprehensive and client-centred care in diverse settings.
Sexuality and Mental Health for Mental Health Professionals
The Sexuality and Mental Health course is a one-day program specially designed for mental health professionals to gain insight into the complex and sensitive intersections between sexuality and mental well-being. This course equips participants with the knowledge, understanding, and skills to provide inclusive and affirmative mental health care to individuals across the spectrum of sexual orientations and gender identities. Through lectures, case studies, group discussions, and interactive activities, participants will develop cultural competence and confidence in addressing sexuality-related issues within a mental health context.
Upon completing this one-day course, mental health professionals will be well-equipped to provide inclusive, culturally competent, and affirmative mental health care to individuals of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities, ensuring a more welcoming and supportive environment for all clients.