Gain an understanding about mental health and an introduction to helping students

This CPD is suitable for any technical and professional services staff who wish to understand mental health issues in relation to helping students in a pastoral role; and safeguard their own mental health.

The ‘bitesize’ interactive CPD will focus on developing an understanding of common Mental Health issues, and offer guidance for technicians in relation to resources and approaches to students.

The aim is to provide participants with the knowledge and confidence to equip them in their workplace in relation to common mental health concerns of students.

Objectives of the course include exploring the following:

- Understand key facts about mental health

- Thinking about how to identify early signs of anxiety within students and self

- To disseminate solid mental health resources for use with students including CWT’s e-learning and SAD website

- Begin to consider self- care

It has been designed to accommodate various learning styles and to allow participants to learn from group discussions, individual reflection on their current practice. The participants will be encouraged to implement learnt skills within their work.