Online Course Info- Non-Accredited Youth Mental Health

Course description:

This 100% online Youth Mental Health Support course is designed to enhance awareness of the psychological challenges young people face and how to support them effectively. Whether you are a parent, teacher, coach, peer, or community leader, this course equips you with the knowledge and skills to recognise and respond to mental health concerns in youth. It provides a supportive and practical learning experience, prioritising the wellbeing of young people while empowering participants to make a positive impact.

Course Details

What you will Learn

You will learn

Youth Mental health definitions
Youth Brain development
Signs & symptoms of common mental heath concerns in young people
Having supportive Conversations with vulnerable youth
Home and School based Mental Health support strategies
Vulnerable and Minority groups
Understanding the mental health system,
Referral processes and emergency support

Course Duration:

The online learning and assessment is expected to take approximately 5-6 hours to complete. These timeframes are estimates. Individuals with prior experience in similar training may complete the course in less time, while those new to the subject may need more time to complete all the learning content and assessment questions.

This course is delivered fully online and will be self-paced. Students are expected to complete this course within six (6) months after enrolment.

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequistes for this course

Assessment requirements:

There is no assessment for this course.

Please Note: Should you decide to complete the youth focussed accredited 11244NAT Course in Mental Health Support for First Responders, after completing this online course, some of the learning you already completed, will be recognised in the accredited unit, as long as it is completed within a 6 month timeframe of completing this course.