Qualification Code:
EL-052
Duration:
25 minutes
Delivery Method:
Online
Cost:
£25.00
Course Overview
Mental health awareness training online that helps you notice and respond
Most of us will work with someone affected by mental illness at some point. This mental health awareness training online gives staff a clear starting point. It explains common conditions in plain terms and how to respond with care.
The course runs in three short video modules. You can pause and return when it suits you. Each module ends with a short check of your understanding.
Why choose this course?
✔ Short and focused – 25 minutes of video, easy to fit into a shift pattern
✔ CPD approved – earns 2 CPD units for your records
✔ Covers key conditions – from depression and anxiety to psychosis and self-harm
✔ Try first – a free trial lets you see the format before you buy
This mental health awareness training online covers the conditions staff meet most often.
- Mental health and mental illness – how the two terms differ and why it matters
- How common it is – the scale of mental illness in the population
- Depression – signs to look out for in colleagues and people you support
- Bipolar disorder – how mood changes can present
- Psychotic disorders and schizophrenia – key symptoms and how to stay calm and supportive
- Anxiety – how it shows up day to day
- Personality disorder – an outline of what the term means
- Self-harm – recognising warning signs and responding without judgement
The course suits care workers, support workers, receptionists and HR staff. It also fits volunteers and anyone in a public-facing role. No clinical background is assumed.
Entry requirements: None. You need a device with an up-to-date browser and a broadband connection.
Each module has a 70% pass mark. Learners who pass all three modules receive a certificate of completion. The course is CPD approved and carries 2 CPD units, which employers can keep as training evidence for CQC inspection.
Simple to buy. Flexible to study.
Buy your course online and you can start straight away. Courses run on our secure eLearning platform, delivered in partnership with VideoTile Learning.
- Try it first – Create a free account and watch the first module of any course at no cost.
- Buy and log in – Pay online and the course appears in your account.
- Study at your own pace – Short video modules let you stop and return whenever suits you.
- Check your learning – A short multiple-choice test follows each module. The pass mark is usually 70%.
- Download your certificate – Pass every module and your certificate is ready to download and print.
What you need: an up-to-date web browser and a broadband connection of 3Mb or faster. No software to install.
Training a team? We can help.
Many care providers, NHS teams and employers use our eLearning to keep staff training current. A business account lets you buy courses in bulk, assign them to staff and track completion in one place. That gives you a clear record for audits and inspections.
Since 2008, Medipro has trained thousands of health and care professionals in the classroom and online. We can help you build a training plan that mixes eLearning with practical, tutor-led courses at our centres.
Staff wanting more depth can move on to our Mental Health First Aid or Depression Awareness online courses.
How long does mental health awareness training online take?
The video content lasts 25 minutes. Allow extra time for loading and the module questions. You can stop and restart at any point.
Does this course make me a mental health first aider?
No. It is an awareness course that builds understanding of common conditions. For a workplace support role, see our Mental Health First Aid online course.
How often should mental health awareness training be refreshed?
There is no legal expiry date. Many employers refresh this training annually or every 1–3 years, depending on policy. Check your own organisation’s training matrix.