Training
I was involved in undertaking a wide range of duties which made placement interesting and worthwhile. Everyday seemed to have its own challenges, dilemmas and learning opportunities. A really beneficial placement which changed my stereotypical assumptions about mental health services users for life.
Mental Health training courses
Training courses can be run for agencies on a range of mental health related issues. We also offer courses for companies wishing to promote everyday well-being for employees who may be at risk from the effects of stress. Downloads are available here for our courses on Mental Health Awareness and Understanding Self-injury. Alternatively, you can contact Richard Pacitti for more infromation on our training courses.
Feedback from People Receiving Training
Walsingham Care Homes - Vic Green
Due to the opening of a new project for adults with mild learning disabilities and mental health needs, we decided to ensure that the staff were trained in mental health awareness. I contacted Mind in Croydon and arranged for a training day at a local centre.
The day was extremely well planned and the content was exactly what we were looking for. All staff found the day very informative and educational. One member commented:
"It kept my interest at all times, I feel more confidant now in being able to support the service users"
We intend to do a follow-up day once the project has been going for a while.
London Fire & Emergency Planning Authority - Joanna Foster
Joanna Foster provided her comments regarding the course:
"The presentation was very informative, insightful and well received. You provided the trainee advisers with a valuable insight into this important area of child behaviour. As a result, they will now be better equipped to undertake their role as advisors and in offering support to the children with whom we work"