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Psychosis: Working with Voices, Visions and Unusual Beliefs (Half Day)
Duration Half day
Course Overview
Central Training's Psychosis half-day course aims to equip delegates with an understanding of the symptoms of psychosis and supportive strategies that can promote engagement, self-care and recovery.
The trainer will cover the meaning of this term and outline characteristic signs and symptoms of psychosis-voices, visions and unusual beliefs. Delegates will have the opportunity to explore the causes of psychosis from both medical and psycho-social perspectives.
Learning Outcomes
The course aims to equip delegates with the skills to: Define and describe the features of psychosis Identify the potential impact of psychosis on the individual concerned Identify possible causes of psychosis Identify treatment pathways for psychotic conditions Identify recovery-oriented self-care and support options
Methods of Delivery
This course is delivered using trainer presentation accompanied by handouts, and delegates are encouraged to contribute throughout
- Course Content
- Audience
- Training Considerations
- Certification
- Related Courses
Course Content
- Defining psychosis
- Voices, visions and unusual beliefs explained
- Causes: The role of genes, biology, and life experience
- Understanding Psychotic illnesses
- Emotional and practical support: the wellness plan
Target Audience
This course is relevant to frontline staff and managers working within the regulated and professional sectors of education, health, housing and social care who work with people who have been diagnosed with psychosis.
Training Considerations
There are no pre-training requirements for this course.
Certification
Upon completion of the course, the delegates will receive a certificate of attendance.
Related Courses
Mental Health Awareness: Signs, Symptoms & Interventions
Bipolar Disorder: Working with the Highs and Lows
Suicidal Distress: Support Strategies & Risk Assessment
Depression: Signs, Causes, and Support
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