Course Overview
This comprehensive course offered by IRES provides essential knowledge and practical skills for delivering effective mental health and psychosocial support in various settings. The course covers fundamental concepts of mental health, psychosocial well-being, and supportive interventions, with a focus on addressing mental health issues, coping strategies, and creating supportive environments. Participants will explore best practices in mental health support, including crisis intervention, counseling techniques, and the integration of mental health services within broader health and social systems.
Duration
5 Days
Target Audience
- Mental Health Professionals
- Healthcare Providers
- Humanitarian Workers
- Policy Makers and Program Managers
Personal Impact
- Provide a deeper understanding of mental health issues and psychosocial support techniques.
- Develop practical skills for effective intervention and support in mental health settings.
- Increase qualifications for roles in mental health and psychosocial support, potentially leading to career advancement.
- Gain satisfaction from contributing to the well-being of individuals and communities through effective mental health support.
Organizational Impact
- Improve the quality of mental health and psychosocial support services offered by the organization.
- Equip staff with skills to better implement and manage mental health support programs.
- Develop capabilities for effective crisis intervention and support in challenging situations.
- Facilitate the integration of mental health services within broader health and social support systems.
Course Level:
Course Objectives
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of mental health issues, including common disorders and their impact on individuals and communities.
- Learn and apply effective techniques for providing psychosocial support and promoting mental well-being.
- Acquire skills for effectively managing and intervening in mental health crises.
- Understand how to integrate mental health services within broader health and social support systems.
- Learn to assess the effectiveness of mental health and psychosocial support programs and make improvements based on feedback and data.
Course Modules
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Module 1: Introduction to Mental Health and Psychosocial Support
- Overview of mental health concepts, common disorders, and the importance of psychosocial support.
- Key principles and practices in mental health care and support.
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Module 2: Techniques for Psychosocial Support
- Strategies and interventions for providing psychosocial support to individuals and communities.
- Counseling techniques, emotional support, and fostering resilience.
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Module 3: Crisis Intervention and Management
- Approaches for managing mental health crises and providing immediate support.
- Techniques for de-escalation, safety planning, and crisis response.
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Module 4: Integrating Mental Health Services
- Methods for integrating mental health support within broader health and social service systems.
- Collaborative approaches and creating supportive environments.
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Module 5: Evaluation and Improvement of Support Programs
- Techniques for evaluating the effectiveness of mental health and psychosocial support programs.
- Tools for collecting data, analyzing outcomes, and implementing improvements.
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Course Administration Details:
METHODOLOGY
The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
TRAINING VENUE
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
TAILOR-MADE
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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