Diploma in Mental Health

This psychology diploma course covers a range of mental health issues. Raising public awareness of such issues has become an important global healthcare goal over the last several decades. We examine the causes, symptoms and treatments of various forms to let you understand how to preserve your own mental health and even help those around you. We use real-world examples to ground your new understanding of theory in practice.

What You Will Learn In This Free Course

Mental Health – Behavior

This module will teach you about how society can define behavioral norms. You will learn about behavior and cultural differences as well as defense mechanisms used in everyday interactions. You will learn how rationalization can reduce stress and gian indepth knowledge about schizophrenia.

Mental Health – Burnout and Depression

This module will teach you about the two major types of depression. You willl learn the symptoms of severe depression and the signs to look out for. You will also gain insight into managing depression. This module will also inform you on what causes burnout and will teach you the techniques to prevent burnout.

Diploma in Mental Health – First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.; Module

Mental Health – Understanding Suicide

In this module, you will gain an indepth insight into the different types of suicide. You will learn about the signs to look out for and the conditions that are likely to cause suicide. This module will teach you about myths and facts that surround suicide and inform you on the methods to manage a potential suicide victim.

Mental Health – Violent and Hostile Behavior

This module will teach you about the most common factors in violent behavior. You will learn about the methods that are used to manage a violent patient who is unarmed and also the methods to use if a violent patient is armed.

Mental Health – Substance Abuse

In this module, you will gain an insight into the various types of substance abuse. You will learn how to identify symptoms for different substance abuse and how to treat a substance abuser. You will also learn about tolerance levels for each individual and how the list of substances commonly inhaled changes constantly.

Diploma in Mental Health – Second Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.; Module

Relaxation And Cognitive Techniques

In this module, you will learn how relaxation can help to reduce stress through different coping strategies. You will learn how imagery can be used in relaxation techniques as an effective way to reduce stress.; Module

Exercise And DIY Strategies

Learn about the link between exercise and stress and about the different exercises that can reduce stress, as well as the long-term effects of exercise. You will learn to identify stressors in your life by gaining DIY strategies for creating a stress program.

Diploma in Mental Health – Third Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.; Module

Course assessment