Teach Mental Health
This course is designed for teacher candidates currently in Faculties of Education and for educators currently working in schools including classroom teachers, administrators and other specialized roles such as Resource or Learning Support Teachers, for example. Participation in this online course is free.
Developed by education and mental health professionals, this seven module (8 to 10 hours) course will give you a foundation of mental health literacy, including effective strategies to use in your educational settings and in your own life. The 7 Modules are:
- Module 1: Introduction & Background
- Module 2: Stigma & Mental Health
- Module 3: Human Brain Development
- Module 4: Understanding Mental Health, Mental Illness & Related Issues in Young People
- Module 5: What is Treatment?
- Module 6: Seeking Help & Providing Support
- Module 7: Caring for Students & Ourselves
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