Supporting People who have both Learning Disabilities & Mental Health Problems
This one-day course aims to examine the forms of mental distress and how these may manifest themselves in people with learning disabilities.
The course has been designed to enable delegates to identify possible signs of mental distress and explore ways to provide effective support for customers.
COURSE CONTENT
· Types of mental illness/distress and indicators
· The difference between mental health/distress and learning disabilities
· The impact mental distress has on people with learning disabilities
· Managing mental health
· Effective support and treatments to promote positive mental health
National Occupational Standards:
Links to LDAF Unit 132: Help service users to manage mental ill health
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Anyone working in the social care field with customers who have both learning disabilties and mental health issues.
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