Mental Wellbeing In Children And Young Adults Course

• Refresher training
• Inductions
• Awareness
• Knowledge enhancement

Who This Course Is For: Mental Wellbeing in Children and Young Adults Online Training (UK Context)

This Mental Wellbeing in Children and Young Adults online training is designed to support a broad range of professionals and individuals who play a role in promoting, supporting, and safeguarding the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people in the United Kingdom. The course provides essential knowledge, practical strategies, and awareness to help identify mental health challenges early and encourage positive mental wellbeing.

1. School Staff and Educational Professionals

• Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Support Staff: Those who work directly with children and young people on a daily basis and are key to recognising changes in mood, behaviour, or wellbeing.
• Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs), Pastoral Care Staff, and School Counsellors: Staff responsible for mental health support, safeguarding referrals, and coordinating interventions.
• Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs): Professionals supporting children with additional needs who may be at greater risk of mental health difficulties.
• School Leaders and Governors: Those responsible for embedding mental health and wellbeing policies within schools.

2. Healthcare Professionals

• School Nurses and Health Visitors: Public health nurses involved in health promotion and early intervention to improve mental wellbeing.
• GPs, Paediatricians, and Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Practitioners: Medical professionals needing updated awareness of mental health issues affecting children and young adults.
• Mental Health Practitioners and Therapists: Those providing therapeutic interventions and support for young people.

3. Social Care and Youth Workers

• Social Workers and Family Support Workers: Professionals safeguarding vulnerable children and supporting family environments.
• Youth Workers and Mentors: Those engaged in positive youth development and community outreach programmes.

4. Parents, Guardians, and Carers

• Individuals caring for children and young adults who want to understand mental wellbeing better, recognise signs of distress, and learn how to support positive mental health at home and in other social contexts.

5. Trainees and Students in Health, Education, and Social Care Fields

• Those preparing for careers in teaching, nursing, social work, psychology, or youth work will build foundational knowledge on children’s mental wellbeing relevant to their future roles.

6. Volunteers and Community Workers

• Individuals volunteering in organisations that support children and young people, including charities, after-school clubs, sports organisations, and faith groups.

This course is ideal for anyone involved in the care, education, or support of children and young adults in the UK, providing critical insights into developing resilience, recognising early warning signs of mental health issues, and promoting a whole-setting approach to mental wellbeing. It enables participants to contribute positively to the mental health outcomes of children and young people and aligns with UK frameworks such as the Children and Families Act 2014, the SEND Code of Practice 2015, and the NHS Long Term Plan for mental health.