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Supporting Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illness Course

Supporting Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illness Course

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  • On-Demand course

  • All levels

Description

Studies suggest a significant overlap between intellectual disabilities (ID) and mental health conditions. Up to 54% of people with a learning disability may experience a mental health problem. Step into the realm of compassionate care and professional excellence with our comprehensive bundle: Supporting Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illness.

Navigate through the lifespan of individuals with learning disabilities, gaining insights into care planning in mental health settings and the application of nursing models and behavioural interventions.

Join us on this transformative journey and become a beacon of support and understanding in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental illness.

Key Features:

  • CPD Certified

  • Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day

  • Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover

  • Developed by qualified professionals in the field

  • Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly

  • 24/7 Learning Assistance

  • Discounts on bulk purchases

Course Curriculum:

  • Module 01: Learning Disability and Mental Health

  • Module 02: Learning Disability Nursing

  • Module 03: Psychosocial Interventions

  • Module 04: Psychodynamic Approaches

  • Module 05: Learning Disability Nursing Throughout the Lifespan

  • Module 06: Role of the Learning Disability Nurse in Promoting Health and Well-Being

  • Module 07: Care Planning in Mental Health Settings

  • Module 08: Nursing Models and Behavioural Interventions

  • Module 09: The Future of Learning Disability Nursing

  • Module 10: Future Spheres of Practice for Learning Disability Nursing

Learning Outcomes:

  • Recognize signs of mental illness in individuals with intellectual disabilities.

  • Apply nursing principles to support individuals with intellectual disabilities.

  • Implement psychosocial interventions tailored to individual needs effectively.

  • Analyse the application of psychodynamic approaches in caregiving scenarios.

  • Develop comprehensive care plans for individuals in mental health settings.

  • Evaluate the evolving role and future trends in learning disability nursing.

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this course are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

Certification

Once you've successfully completed your Course, you will immediately be sent your digital certificates. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we recommend renewing them every 12 months.

Assessment

At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven't, there's no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Who is this course for?
  • Nurses seeking specialised knowledge in learning disability and mental health.

  • Healthcare professionals working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.

  • Students pursuing careers in psychiatric nursing or related fields.

  • Social workers involved in mental health support services.

  • Educators interested in teaching about intellectual disabilities and mental health.

Career path
  • Learning Disability Nurse

  • Psychiatric Nurse

  • Mental Health Support Worker

  • Social Worker

  • Nurse Educator

  • Community Support Worker

Certificates

Digital certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Once you've successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a FREE digital certificate.

Hard copy certificate

Hard copy certificate - Included

Also, you can have your FREE printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99 in the UK).
For all international addresses outside of the United Kingdom, the delivery fee for a hardcopy certificate will be only £10.
Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

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