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Understanding mental health, dementia and learning disabilities is essential for providing compassionate, respectful and person-centred care. Health and social care professionals need to recognise individual needs, challenge stigma and understand how different conditions can affect a person's wellbeing, communication and daily life.
This CPD-accredited Awareness of Mental Health and Dementia course covers Standard 9 of the Care Certificate and is designed for care workers, healthcare assistants, support workers, senior carers and other professionals working in health and social care. Learners will develop an understanding of mental health, dementia and learning disabilities, while exploring compassionate support, reducing stigma and following good practice in care settings.
CPD Accredited
Certificate Included
Learn at Your Own Pace
1.5 hours
Quizzes covered in each module
Care Certificate Standard 9 aligned
Mental health and dementia awareness
*For individual learners. Need to train multiple staff? See Organisation pricing
Why This Course Matters
Build awareness of mental health, dementia and learning disabilities.
Support compassionate, respectful and person-centred care.
Improve understanding of how mental health and dementia can affect individuals.
Challenge stigma and promote greater understanding in care settings.
Support Care Certificate Standard 9 knowledge and professional development.
Did You Know?
Mental health and dementia can affect people in different ways, and understanding individual needs can help care professionals provide more compassionate, respectful and person-centred support.
Why Learn With Carelearner
CPD Accredited Certificate
100% Online & Self-Paced Learning
Instant Digital Certificate on Completion
Works on Desktop, Tablet & Mobile
Industry Best Practice
Earn Your CPD Certificate
Complete the course and pass the final assessment to receive a CPD-accredited certificate ready to download, print and keep on file for inspection.
What's Inside the Course?
Here are the modules you will cover in this course:
Standard 9 of the Care Certificate
Covers Standard 9 of the Care Certificate, focusing on mental health, dementia and learning disabilities. Learners will explore how to support individuals with compassion, understand key conditions, challenge stigma and follow best practices in health and social care settings.
Who Is This Course For?
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Care Workers
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Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
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Support Workers
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Senior Carers
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Nurses
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Residential & Nursing Home Staff
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Domiciliary Care Staff
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Supported Living Staff
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Agency Care Professionals
Meet the Expert Behind Your Course
Manu Thomas is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Former CQC Specialist Advisor and NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme Fellow. As the Founder of Pentafold Ltd and CareLearner, and a member of a NICE professional committee, he brings extensive clinical, regulatory, and healthcare innovation expertise to the development of this course.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Receive a CPD-accredited certificate upon successful completion
Strengthen your professional portfolio with accredited training.
Safely assess manual handling operations before providing support.
Choose appropriate techniques and equipment for different situations.
Recognise the importance of challenging stigma and promoting dignity and respect.
Apply good practice when supporting individuals with mental health, dementia and learning disability needs.
FAQ
What is the Awareness of Mental Health and Dementia course about?
This course provides an introduction to mental health, dementia and learning disabilities, with a focus on compassionate support, challenging stigma and following good practice in health and social care settings.
Who should take this Awareness of Mental Health and Dementia course?
This course is suitable for care workers, healthcare assistants, support workers, senior carers, nurses and other health and social care professionals who support individuals with mental health, dementia or learning disability needs.
Is this course aligned with the Care Certificate?
Yes. The course covers Standard 9 of the Care Certificate, which focuses on awareness of mental health, dementia and learning disabilities.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The course is suitable for learners who are new to the subject as well as those who want to refresh and strengthen their existing knowledge.
Can I complete this course online?
Yes. The course is delivered online, allowing you to complete the training at your own pace and from a location that suits you.
Can I complete this course on my phone?
Yes. The course is fully responsive and can be completed on desktop, tablet or mobile devices. Learn at your own pace, wherever and whenever it suits you.
How long does it take to complete the course?
The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning. The time required will depend on your individual learning speed and how you choose to work through the course materials.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Upon successful completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate that can be used as evidence of your continuing professional development.
Is this course CPD accredited?
Yes. This Awareness of Mental Health and Dementia course is CPD accredited, demonstrating that it meets recognised standards for Continuing Professional Development.
Can I study at my own pace?
Yes. The course is designed for flexible, self-paced learning, allowing you to work through the training at a time and pace that suits your schedule.