Young People’s Mental Health

Understanding Young People’s Mental Health (13 – 19 years)

This course provides a practical introduction to some of the most common mental health issues encountered by young people, and explores ways in which we can promote emotional and psychological well being. It is suitable for teachers, lecturers and support staff who would like a better understanding of these issues and how to support young people effectively.

The course includes four informative modules and two tutor-marked assignments to check your understanding. All tutors are experienced counsellors who have training and experience in working with young people.

Study topics include: defining mental health; recognising signs and symptoms; common mental health issues in young people; unidentified developmental disorders; case studies; supporting young people with mental health issues; sources of support; when and where to refer; promoting emotional and psychological well being. Includes all study materials, course textbook, Promoting Emotional Well Being of Children and Adolescents and Preventing their Mental Ill Health, and full tutorial support.

Students have up to twelve months to complete this course, allowing them to work through the modules at their own pace.

Students who successfully complete the course are awarded a certificate of course completion recognising their achievement.

Why Choose Us?

Our courses are updated frequently to ensure they include the latest research, idea and techniques.

Our tutorial support is second-to-none. When you enrol on the course you are assigned an experienced personal tutor who will work with you all the way through. Tutors are available by e-mail at any time to offer support, advice or if you would just like a chat about how the course is going – including weekends, bank holidays and evenings! We see this level of support as central to the success of our courses. If you would prefer to chat to your tutor you can arrange a call back through the main office at a mutually convenient time.

All courses are despatched by courier.

Payment Options

You can also enrol by telephone or we can invoice your workplace – please call an adviser on 01896 860661 for more information.

Online Study Option Now Available

This course is also available online. Our online courses are delivered as pdfs direct to your email inbox. Our online courses are exactly the same as the postal version, but include a range of supporting study material instead of textbooks.

Learning Curve is one of the UK’s leading distance learning providers. All of our home study courses include study material, which is sent out in an attractive, hardwearing folder, essential course books and full tutorial support. We are accredited by the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council, members of the Association of British Correspondence Colleges, and registered as providers with the Learning Skills Council.